Summary of Proposal
Our community hub unites Arab Web3 enthusiasts across 22 diverse countries to explore decentralised culture and foster connections. We aim to empower developers and innovators through education, collaboration, and unique insights on Islamic finance, blockchain scalability, and cultural heritage, bridging Arab communities and the global decentralised ecosystem.
Motivation and Rationale:
The community hub will enhance the attendee experience by offering a unique space that fosters connection, education, and collaboration. Attendees will engage with experts in Web3, learn about unique topics like Islamic finance, learn more about the opportunities and challenges in arab blockchain communities, and explore technical topics like blockchain scalability. The hub will provide a dynamic and enriching environment by blending education with cultural touchpoints such as poetry recitations. Networking opportunities will connect participants across Arab countries and the global Web3 community, creating a bridge that showcases regional innovation and fosters meaningful partnerships.
The community hub adds a unique, culturally specific dimension to Devcon, enriching the main program by highlighting the Arab world’s contributions to Web3. While Devcon covers global blockchain trends, the hub offers focused sessions on the Arab region’s opportunities, challenges, and innovations, providing attendees with a deeper understanding of this diverse market.
The hub’s expert-led discussions on technical topics, such as scalability and interoperability, align with Devcon’s broader themes, while specialized sessions on Islamic finance offer unique insights not typically covered in global blockchain conferences. Networking opportunities extend Devcon’s collaborative spirit, connecting Arab developers, entrepreneurs, and innovators with the broader Web3 community.
By serving as a bridge between Arab and global communities, the hub enhances Devcon’s goal of fostering decentralised culture and diverse perspectives, creating a more inclusive and interconnected conference experience for all attendees.
This topic is significant because the Arab world is uniquely positioned within the Web3 landscape, with 22 countries sharing a common language, history, and culture, yet facing fragmented growth in blockchain adoption. The region’s potential is vast, with diverse markets like Egypt, UAE, and KSA leading in population size, government adoption, and investment opportunities. However, challenges such as early-stage adoption, regulatory differences, and limited connectivity among local communities hinder progress.
A community hub is the best format to address these challenges because it offers a dedicated space for continuous engagement, tailored content, and networking opportunities that a single talk or workshop cannot provide. Unlike traditional conference sessions, the hub allows for a fluid exchange of ideas, direct interactions with experts, and in-depth discussions that can adapt to the audience’s needs. Attendees can explore a variety of topics at their own pace, engage in meaningful conversations, and build connections that extend beyond the event.
The hub fosters a collaborative atmosphere, combining technical education, cultural exchange, and real-time problem-solving, making it a dynamic platform that empowers participants to contribute actively to the Web3 ecosystem. This format creates an inclusive environment where Arab and global communities can come together, bridging gaps that a standard session format might not fully address.
A community hub is the best format because it provides a dedicated, interactive space for ongoing engagement, tailored discussions, and meaningful networking. Unlike a single talk or workshop, the hub allows participants to explore topics independently, engage directly with experts, and foster real connections across fragmented Arab Web3 communities. It offers a flexible environment that adapts to the needs of attendees, blending education, culture, and collaboration in a way that traditional sessions cannot, making it an ideal platform for deep, inclusive, and impactful community building.
Implementation
What are the production requirements for your space? In addition to what the Devcon team can provide, what other equipment do you plan on sourcing for your community hub?
- Recording for some talks.
- Whiteboards
- Desks
- Cultural and Decor Elements: Thematic decorations that reflect Arab culture to create an immersive environment, such as banners, traditional art, etc
- Geographical Awareness Tools: a regional map: A detailed map of the Arab world to educate attendees about the different countries, their locations, and cultural contexts, fostering a greater understanding of the region.
Agenda
- Arab Web3 communities: opportunities and challenges, ( Arabs in Blockchain, NoonDAO, Dar blockhain, EthArabia)
- Insight about the communities in multiple arab countries joined efforts from multiple local communities in Egypt, Tunisia, Lebanon, KSA and others
- Islamic Finance Research by Mohamed Fouda - Inshallah
- Elliptic Curves and SNARKS: Past, Present and Future by Youssef El Housni - Linea
- The Rise of Rollups: Transforming Blockchain Scalability and Interoperability by Med Amine Idmoussi - Mode
Team
- Eman Herawy: The founder of Arabs In Blockchain & cofounder of NoonDAO
- Mohamed: The founder of ETHArbia
- Ahmed Sharbassi: Events Manager at 1inch
- Yehia Tarek: Full stack blockchain developer at Nethermind
How will you ensure that the hub stays free from marketing and avoids promoting specific tokens or projects? How will you guarantee that the project’s interests do not interfere with this requirement?
- Clear Guidelines and Policies: We will establish and enforce strict guidelines prohibiting any form of token or project promotion within the hub. All speakers will be required to agree to these policies, ensuring a focus on education and community building.
- Content Curation and Review: Our content team will carefully curate and review all presentations, discussions, and materials to ensure they align with our educational and collaborative goals, without endorsing specific projects or tokens.
- Feedback Mechanism: A feedback system will be implemented for attendees to report any perceived promotional content or conflicts of interest. This will allow us to address concerns promptly and maintain the hub’s integrity.
How are the people driving the Community Hub representative of a community?
The leaders of the Community Hub are deeply rooted in the Arab Web3 ecosystem, reflecting its diverse and dynamic nature. With rich track records in community building, active contributions, and involvement in the Web3 space, they bring extensive expertise and authentic representation. Their deep connections and experience ensure that the hub effectively addresses regional needs and fosters genuine engagement within the community.
