The DAO Delegation Handbook V1
  • Introduction
  • Part 1: Structuring and Growing DAO Delegates
    • Summary
    • Understanding Delegation
    • The Strategic Value of Professional Delegates
    • Case Studies & Industry Benchmarks
      • 1inch
      • Uniswap
      • Push DAO
      • Optimism
      • Sky
      • Lido DAO
      • Gnosis DAO
      • Arbitrum
      • Aave
      • Rari DAO
      • Paraswap DAO
      • Polygon
      • Key Takeaways from Delegate Programs
    • Reframing Compensation
    • Effective Delegate Program Design
      • Delegation Infrastructure
      • Community Engagement & Visibility
      • Accountability & Performance Standards
      • Transparency & Reporting
      • Diversity & Governance Balance
    • Sustaining & Evolving Delegate Programs
    • Ready, Set, Delegate!
    • Appendices
      • Legal Considerations
      • FAQs
      • Glossary
      • Resources
      • Templates
      • Tutorials
  • Part 2: The Delegate´s Roadmap
    • Summary
    • Becoming a DAO Delegate
    • Getting Started: Laying the Foundation
    • Establishing Your Delegate Profile
    • Core Responsibilities of a Delegate
    • Essential Tools for DAO Delegates
    • Exemplary Delegate Practices and Case Studies
    • Scaling Your Impact as a Delegate
    • The Future of DAO Delegation
    • Appendices
      • Legal Considerations
      • FAQs
      • Glossary
      • Resources
      • Templates
      • Tutorials
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  • Delegate Introduction Threads
  • Delegate Onboarding Events
  • Showcase High-Performing Delegates
  1. Part 1: Structuring and Growing DAO Delegates
  2. Effective Delegate Program Design

Community Engagement & Visibility

A successful delegate program requires active community participation and transparency. Engaging the community and maintaining visibility ensures token holders feel empowered and informed, fostering trust in the governance process.

Dedicated Forum Categories

Centralizing governance discussions is essential for organization and accessibility. Establish a forum category exclusively for delegate-related activities to:

  • Provide a centralized location for delegate updates, proposals, and reports.

  • Make it easier for token holders to engage with delegate activities without sifting through unrelated topics.

Example: Arbitrum Delegate Incentives Program (DIP) includes a dedicated section on its forum, streamlining communication and transparency.

Delegate Introduction Threads

Delegates need dedicated spaces to introduce themselves, share updates, and explain their voting rationale. Structured threads promote transparency and build trust between delegates and token holders.

Encourage structured posts that include:

  • Delegate goals and governance philosophy.

  • Participation rates and voting rationales.

  • Updates on upcoming priorities.

  • Require regular updates to maintain visibility and accountability.

Example: Gnosis DAO’s structured delegate threads set a benchmark for transparency and engagement.

Delegate Onboarding Events

A successful delegate program needs momentum from the start. Onboarding events provide education, engagement, and a structured way to kickstart participation.

Effective Onboarding Strategies:

  • Delegate Races: Candidates pitch themselves to the community, sharing their expertise and vision.

  • Educational Workshops: Teach token holders about delegation, governance tools, and program objectives.

  • Community AMAs: Open sessions where token holders can ask delegates about their governance approach.

Examples: The Compound Delegate Race included a structured application process and community reviews. The Arbitrum Onboarding Pilot Program was a great experiment.

Showcase High-Performing Delegates

Recognizing top-performing delegates incentivizes quality governance and fosters healthy competition. Using on-chain reputation systems and analytics dashboards allows DAOs to publicly highlight governance contributions.

Ways to Showcase Performance:

  • Governance Leaderboards: Display top contributors based on participation, proposal engagement, and voting impact.

  • Dune & Karma Dashboards: Provide real-time insights into delegate activity and governance efficiency.

  • Public Recognition: Reward consistent, high-impact delegates with formal acknowledgments or governance incentives.

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