NEAR Botswana Meetup Proposal - June 2024
Introduction
NEAR Botswana Community is dedicated to building a thriving Web 3.0 ecosystem by fostering collaboration among developers, businesses, and consumers in Botswana. Aligned with SatoshiCenter’s vision of creating a decentralized future through blockchain education, community building, and innovative projects, the NEAR Botswana Community is committed to empowering individuals and businesses across the nation.
Team Members:
- Alakanani Itireleng (AKA Bitcoin Lady) - SatoshiCenter Founder
X - bitcoinlady
- Koketso Pelo- Compliance officer at Almaza Technologies
X - Koketso Pelo
- Raymond Tonde - Entrepreneur & Event Co-ordinator
X - haggah97
Social Media Handles:
- X (Twitter): nearbotswana
Instagram: nearbotswana
Vision & Mission
- Vision: Create an environment where blockchain education, resources, and infrastructure will be readily available to the public.
- Mission: Make NEAR Protocol the de facto platform for Web 3.0 transactions by creating use cases in our community and providing resources to developers.
Objectives
- Host an inaugural NEAR Meetup in Gaborone, Botswana, focusing on the NEAR Protocol, Web 3.0 Development, and decentralized solutions for Botswana’s market.
- Attract a diverse audience of traders, developers, and entrepreneurs.
- Foster knowledge exchange between traditional and decentralized technologies.
Event Overview
- Audience: Traders, developers, entrepreneurs, and university students.
- Topics Covered:
- Introduction to the NEAR Protocol
- Blockchain Development
- Use Cases of Web 3.0 and Blockchain Technology
- Expected Participants: 100
- Venue: Conference Hall in Gaborone
Requested Budget
T-shirts x 100 (Print and Supply)
($5/t-shirt, $159.33 bulk printing cost)- $659.33
Marketing Flyers, Mall Activation, etc.) - $219.78
Conference Hall (Venue Rental for 100 People) - $329.66
Snacks and Drinks - $300
Pull-Up Banner 615 x 1690mm - $118.66
Miscellaneous (Decorations, Photography/Videography, Petrol, etc.) - $200
Total Budget - $1827.43
KPIs for June
- Sign up 100 users
- Push for 2500 transactions on the platform.
- Build a committee of 4 additional community builders from recruited members
Milestones
June 1 - June 7, 2024
- Confirm venue rental and equipment requirements.
- Reach out to potential speakers/panelists and finalize agreements.
- Begin marketing and promotion efforts.
June 8 - June 14, 2024
- Finalize event agenda and schedule.
- Secure catering services for the event.
- Arrange transportation logistics for speakers/panelists and attendees.
- Design and print necessary event materials.
- Coordinate with photographers/videographers.
- Continue marketing efforts.
June 15 - June 16, 2024 (Meetup Days)
- Set up event signage and registration desks.
- Welcome speakers/panelists and assist with any last-minute needs.
- Execute the event according to the finalized agenda.
June 17 - June 21, 2024
- Capture photos/videos for documentation and post-event promotion.
- Conduct post-event evaluation and gather feedback.
- Review and update workshop materials for future sessions.
- Provide follow-up support for participants.
June 22 - June 30, 2024
- Consolidate post-event analysis and impact assessment.
- Plan next steps and outline strategies for continued community growth.
- Identify key partnerships and collaboration opportunities.