The Cardano Francophone Corner initiative seeks to bridge the critical gap between the Cardano ecosystem and French-speaking communities across Africa and Europe. Our coalition, comprising community leaders from Burkina Faso, Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, and Italy, aims to create inclusive pathways for Francophone participation in the Cardano ecosystem through targeted education, governance support, and sustainable community development. This proposal outlines a comprehensive 12-month plan featuring a structured approach to ecosystem expansion. The program includes 12 in-person workshops (with each community hosting at least two), regular online educational sessions, deepening of existing university partnerships in Burkina Faso and DR Congo, establishment of new academic collaborations, a major hackathon, and ongoing community-building activities. These initiatives will be supported by carefully developed educational materials in French that explain Cardano's technology, governance processes, and development opportunities. Our implementation strategy is organized around four strategic pillars:

Education and Capacity Building: Developing accessible French-language resources on Cardano technology, conducting regular training sessions, and fostering technical skill development through hands-on workshops and university programs. Governance Participation: Creating platforms and processes that enable French speakers to understand, engage with, and contribute to Cardano's governance mechanisms, ensuring their voices are represented in ecosystem decisions. Ecosystem Expansion: Systematically reaching "the unreached" French-speaking communities through targeted outreach, local events, and context-specific applications of Cardano technology that address regional challenges. Sustainable Partnership Development: Formalizing and expanding university collaborations, establishing relationships with local businesses and organizations, and creating self-sustaining community structures that will continue beyond the funding period.

Through these coordinated efforts, we will establish measurable outcomes including at least two member organizations in each community, minimum 100 participants in town hall meetings, published educational resources in French, and a network of active contributors across the Francophone world. By addressing the language and accessibility barriers currently limiting French speakers' involvement, this initiative will significantly enhance Cardano's diversity, decentralization, and global impact. The return on investment for the Cardano community will be realized through geographic expansion, increased user adoption, talent development, and innovative applications emerging from previously untapped regions and perspectives.

Our proposal aims to solve a fundamental problem within the Cardano ecosystem: the lack of meaningful inclusion of the French-speaking community. Currently, the Francophone community faces several obstacles that limit its participation in the Cardano ecosystem. There is a deficit of comprehensive and accessible information in French about Cardano, its technologies, and its opportunities. Without these resources, many French speakers find themselves excluded from important discussions and decisions regarding the ecosystem's development. Additionally, we observe the absence of dedicated infrastructure that would facilitate Francophone participation in Cardano governance. This gap prevents equitable representation of our perspectives in decision-making processes. Our coalition, bringing together communities from Burkina Faso, Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, and Italy, has identified significant untapped potential for Cardano ecosystem expansion in French-speaking regions. Our slogan "Reaching the unreached" reflects our mission to connect with these communities currently on the margins of the ecosystem. Without intervention, these problems will perpetuate an imbalance in representation and participation within Cardano, limiting its ambition to be truly decentralized and inclusive on a global scale.

If implemented, our proposal would deliver significant benefits across multiple dimensions of the Cardano ecosystem: For the French-speaking community, this project would provide unprecedented access to Cardano resources, education, and governance mechanisms in their native language. This would empower a population of over 300 million French speakers worldwide to actively participate in and contribute to the ecosystem, expanding Cardano's global footprint substantially. For the broader Cardano community, our initiative would enhance the network's diversity and decentralization by incorporating perspectives, talent, and innovation from previously underrepresented regions. The integration of Francophone communities would strengthen Cardano's resilience and adaptive capacity through cultural and intellectual diversity. For developers and entrepreneurs, our university partnerships and educational programs would create a pipeline of skilled talent familiar with Cardano technology. The hackathons and workshops planned throughout the year would stimulate innovation and spawn new projects built on Cardano, enriching the ecosystem's capabilities and use cases. The return on investment for the Cardano community would be measurable and substantial:

Geographic expansion into 5+ French-speaking countries, opening new markets and use cases At least 2 registered member companies in each community represented Minimum of 100 participants in a single town hall meeting by project end Establishment of formal partnerships with universities across multiple countries Creation of sustainable local communities that continue building on Cardano long after the initial funding period Development of region-specific solutions addressing local challenges using Cardano technology

By bridging the language and knowledge gaps, our proposal would transform passive observers into active contributors, directly supporting Cardano's mission of creating a more inclusive and decentralized financial and technological infrastructure worldwide.

The community will receive the following concrete deliverables from this project:

Comprehensive French-Language Resources

Complete translation of core Cardano documentation Educational materials and courses in French Regular ecosystem updates and news in French

Community Infrastructure

Dedicated French-language governance portal Established community hubs in 5 countries(D. R. Congo, Cameroon, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Italy) Regular town hall meetings with minimum 100 participants per session.

Ecosystem Growth

At least 2 registered member companies in each participating community Formal partnerships with universities across multiple Francophone countries and Italy Pipeline of trained developers through educational programs

Innovation Outputs

Documented results from multiple hackathons throughout the year Development of at least 3-5 region-specific solutions addressing local challenges Showcase of Francophone-developed projects and applications Sustainable Community Presence

Self-sustaining local communities that continue beyond initial funding Training of local community leaders and ambassadors Documented growth metrics (participation rates, new users)

The community will ultimately receive a significantly expanded ecosystem with active Francophone participation, new use cases tailored to previously underserved regions, and a more diverse and representative governance structure that better fulfills Cardano's mission of global inclusion and decentralization.

Cost Breakdown for Francophone Integration Initiative Total Budget: 250,000 ADA ($155,000 USD at $0.62 per ADA)

1. Community Infrastructure & Operations: 55,000 ADA ($34,100 USD) Community hub establishment in 5 countries: 30,000 ADA ($18,600 USD) Monthly town hall meeting operations (12 meetings): 15,000 ADA ($9,300 USD) Project management and coordination: 10,000 ADA ($6,200 USD)

2. Educational Programs & Events: 75,000 ADA ($46,500 USD) In-person workshops (12 total, at least 2 per country): 45,000 ADA ($27,900 USD) Regional hackathons across 5 countries: 20,000 ADA ($12,400 USD) Educational material development: 10,000 ADA ($6,200 USD)

3. University Partnerships: 65,000 ADA ($40,300 USD) Partnership development (10 universities, 2 per country): 25,000 ADA ($15,500 USD) Curriculum development for blockchain fundamentals: 15,000 ADA ($9,300 USD) Student research initiatives and projects: 10,000 ADA ($6,200 USD) Faculty training and development: 8,000 ADA ($4,960 USD) Campus blockchain awareness events: 7,000 ADA ($4,340 USD)

4. Content Creation & Localization: 35,000 ADA ($21,700 USD) Educational video series in French: 12,000 ADA ($7,440 USD) Cardano documentation translation and French dubbing: 10,000 ADA ($6,200 USD) Regional use case studies and documentation: 8,000 ADA ($4,960 USD) Infographics and visual learning materials: 5,000 ADA ($3,100 USD)

5. Community Leader Development: 20,000 ADA ($12,400 USD) Ambassador training programs: 12,000 ADA ($7,440 USD) Community leadership development: 8,000 ADA ($4,960 USD)

Team Size and Duration Estimates Core Team Composition Our coalition consists of a core team of five leaders representing each geographic region:

Burkina Faso Team represented by Laurentine D. R. Congo Team represented by Boaz Cameroon Team represented by Mermoz Ivory Coast Team represented by Yves Italy Team represented by Chanceline

Extended Team Structure Each core team leader will be supported by local team members in their respective regions:

1 community coordinator per country (5 total) 3 technical educators(online training) 1 project administrator

Total team size: 14 members depending on implementation needs

Project Duration Our Francophone integration initiative spans 12 months, strategically divided into three phases to effectively bridge the inclusion gap for over 300 million French speakers worldwide:

Phase 1: Foundation Building (Month 1 - Month 4) Establish community hubs across our five target regions: Burkina Faso, Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, and Italy Host initial 5 in-person workshops in the five countries aimed at introducing Cardano technology, use cases, and governance participation methods Launch monthly Cardano Francophone Town Hall meetings (3 in this phase) Initiate discussions with universities in each country, aiming to secure at least 2 partnerships per country Begin translation of essential Cardano documentation and resources

Phase 2: Expansion and Engagement (Month 5-Month 8)

Continue monthly Cardano Francophone Town Hall meetings (4 in this phase), targeting 100+ participants At least 2 registered member companies per community Host 5 additional in-person workshops focused on developer training and entrepreneurship opportunities Formalize at least 10 university partnerships (minimum 2 per country) Begin implementing academic curricula and research initiatives at partner universities Organize first series of hackathons to stimulate innovation and problem-solving

Phase 3: Sustainability and Integration (Month 9-Month 12) Last 2 in-person workshop series (in 2 country with hybrid option), with advanced sessions on building sustainable local ecosystems Continue monthly Cardano Francophone Town Hall meetings (2 in this phase) Deepen university partnerships through student projects, research initiatives, and career pathways Train local community leaders and ambassadors to ensure continuity Implement sustainability measures for community self-governance beyond the funding period Document growth metrics to demonstrate impact and ROI

Workshop Objectives Our in-person workshops aim to:

Build technical capacity among Francophone participants to develop on Cardano Facilitate direct knowledge transfer on blockchain fundamentals and Cardano specifics Create networking opportunities for community members to form collaborative projects Identify and nurture local talent for continued ecosystem development Gather region-specific insights to tailor Cardano solutions to local needs

Town Hall Objectives Our monthly Cardano Francophone Town Halls (12 total) aim to: Provide consistent governance participation opportunities in French Create a forum for community feedback and idea sharing Deliver ecosystem updates and education in an accessible format Build community cohesion across the five target regions Track progress toward integration goals with regular metrics reporting

University Partnership Objectives Our university collaborations (10+ total, at least 2 per country) aim to: Create academic pipelines for skilled developers and entrepreneurs Establish research initiatives focused on Cardano technology applications Develop localized educational materials and curricula Provide student internship and project opportunities Build long-term institutional relationships that extend beyond the project timeframe

This timeline ensures our mission of "Reaching the unreached" transforms from concept to reality within one year, creating sustainable structures that will continue to integrate the Francophone community into Cardano's ecosystem long after the initial project concludes.

Laurentine (Inkuba Hub) - Burkina Faso Laurentine Djatsa has dedicated herself to advancing Cardano's mission across Francophone Africa ince 2022, serving as an entrepreneur and community builder. As the founder of Inkuba—a member enterprise of Intersect—she has established a foundation for blockchain education in the region, beginning with Burkina Faso's vibrant Cardano community. Her work includes organizing impactful workshops on Cardano Blockchain Technology and successfully facilitating Plutus developer training in Burkina Faso, creating technical capacity in the region. As host of the Cardano Francophone Corner, Laurentine connects participants from four French-speaking countries in Africa, fostering cross-border collaboration. Laurentine's bilingual abilities have enabled her to translate the draft Cardano Constitution, making governance accessible to French-speaking communities. This complemented her active participation as a Constitution ratification delegate and contributor to the CIP-1694 workshop. Through hands-on community development, technical education, and governance participation, she has worked consistently to strengthen Cardano's inclusive growth. Laurentine brings dedicated perspective and regional expertise to the Intersect Membership and Community Committee. She also serves as a DRep in the Cardano ecosystem.

Boaz - Democratic Republic of Congo (Goma Hub) Boaz has built the Goma Hub into an active blockchain community center in DR Congo. His work includes successful university partnership development, showing proven ability to engage academic institutions. Boaz has experience coordinating cross-border initiatives and managing technology education programs in challenging environments. Boaz is the co-host of the Cardano Francophone Corner

Mermoz - Cameroon Mermoz brings technical expertise in blockchain systems and experience educating communities about Cardano specifically. He has suggested developing training courses for developers at universities, indicating previous experience with developer education. Mermoz has demonstrated knowledge of the technical aspects of Cardano, including data link layer considerations mentioned in the meeting. Konan Yable Yves Charlain is an Ivorian technology professional specializing in cybersecurity and blockchain, with a strong commitment to promoting Cardano adoption across Côte d'Ivoire. Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Cybersecurity and IoT, he applies his expertise at KobaService designing smart contracts and developing blockchain trading solutions. As a Cardano Blockchain Certified Associate (CBCA) and active paying member of the Intersect community, Yves has been instrumental in organizing Cardano workshops throughout Côte d'Ivoire, building technical capacity and ecosystem awareness. His professional background includes work with major regional companies like MTN and MOOV, where he developed his technical foundation in systems administration and network security. Yves Konan - Ivory Coast Yves brings valuable skills in Python, Haskell, and cybersecurity to the Francophone integration initiative, along with established connections in West Africa's tech community. His combination of technical expertise and community leadership makes him ideally positioned to help bridge the gap between Cardano's ecosystem and French-speaking communities in the region.

Chanceline - Italy Chanceline provides a European perspective and connection to the broader Cardano ecosystem. She has experience in community governance and managing distributed teams, as evidenced by her insights on how to organize community meetings based on community size.

How will this proposal be maintained and supported after initial development? The Cardano Francophone Corner initiative is designed with sustainability at its core, incorporating several mechanisms to ensure long-term viability beyond the initial funding period:

University Partnership Infrastructure: Our existing academic partnerships in Burkina Faso and DR Congo, along with planned expansions to universities in Cameroon and Côte d'Ivoire, will serve as permanent anchors for continued education and talent development. These institutions will integrate Cardano-focused curriculum elements, ensuring a continuous pipeline of knowledgeable community members. Self-Sustaining Community Organizations: As outlined in our meeting, we will establish at least five registered member companies or organizations in each community. These entities will develop their own revenue-generating activities around Cardano services, consulting, and development, reducing dependency on grant funding over time. Regular Community Engagement: The implementation of monthly or bi-monthly online meetings for community feedback and education will establish a rhythm of engagement that can continue indefinitely, creating a self-reinforcing community of practice. Training-of-Trainers Approach: Our educational programs will specifically identify and develop local champions who can independently continue training activities, multiplying our impact through a cascading knowledge transfer model. Digital Resource Repository: All educational materials, guides, and resources developed in French will be maintained in an accessible online repository, providing ongoing value to the community without requiring additional funding. NFT and Support Services: As discussed in the meeting summary, we plan to offer NFTs and support services that can generate modest revenue to sustain community activities after the initial funding period. Developer Training in Universities: The developer courses initiated in collaboration with universities will be designed to become self-sustaining programs within their respective institutions. Cross-Community Collaboration Framework: The connections established between our five represented countries will create a network effect that strengthens each individual community through shared resources and collaborative problem-solving.

By building these sustainability mechanisms into our implementation from the beginning, we ensure that the Cardano Francophone Corner will continue to serve and grow the French-speaking Cardano community long after the initial project timeline is complete, providing ongoing return on the initial investment.

These are Video recordings and text summaries of Our Cardano Francophone Corner weekly sessions https://youtu.be/iiRv7IWo5u0?si=DuJirIDg9lvBPQyJ https://youtu.be/X3QWPnskkDs?si=G4ss_B4Hdit6z7FT https://youtu.be/bZ2rkofHCBE?si=xrnKQT0lA3A-V8Bt https://youtu.be/g2YMj-QFQi4?si=vEaYfalpcePk7PPI

The successful implementation of the Cardano Francophone Corner initiative depends on several critical factors: Timely Contribution of Team Profiles: during a Zoom called to plan this project, it was suggested that all team members must submit their complete profiles to the project lead by the agreed deadline to ensure proper documentation and role clarity. Development of Comprehensive Working Document: The creation of a detailed working document by the team, including step-by-step implementation plans is essential for proper execution. Local Community Engagement: The success of regional workshops and events depends on active participation from local communities in each of the five represented countries. Access to Cardano Technical Resources: Our educational initiatives require reliable access to up-to-date Cardano technical documentation that can be translated and adapted for French-speaking audiences. Connectivity and Infrastructure: Consistent internet connectivity and appropriate venues for hosting both online and in-person events across the diverse geographical locations we serve. Cross-Border Collaboration: Effective communication and coordination mechanisms between team members in different countries to ensure cohesive implementation of the program. Regulatory Compliance: Understanding and adhering to relevant regulations regarding blockchain education and adoption in each of the countries where activities will be conducted. These dependencies are being actively managed through our established coordination processes and the experienced leadership of our multinational team.