EducDAO, the world’s first decentralized university, proudly announces its groundbreaking initiative to provide Universal Basic Income (UBI) to its students, leveraging digital inclusion to bridge the financial gap in education. By integrating blockchain technology, AI-driven tools, and decentralized governance, EducDAO is transforming access to education and financial empowerment for learners worldwide.
Empowering Students Through UBI and Digital Inclusion
EducDAO is revolutionizing higher education by offering a UBI to all enrolled students, ensuring financial barriers do not hinder learning. This initiative, supported by Web3 technologies, provides students with a regular monetary transfer via blockchain-based smart contracts, enabling secure, transparent, and intermediary-free payments. This model not only alleviates financial stress but also fosters economic participation for students from underserved communities, many of whom lack access to traditional financial systems.
Digital inclusion lies at the heart of EducDAO’s mission.
With over 1.4 billion adults globally lacking access to financial accounts due to barriers like costs and documentation requirements, EducDAO’s decentralized platform ensures that anyone with an internet connection can participate. Students can create digital wallets to receive UBI, access courses, and earn verifiable credentials, all without needing a traditional bank account. This approach aligns with global efforts to reduce financial exclusion, particularly in regions like Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America, where income inequality remains high despite redistribution policies.
Innovative Digital Tools for Equitable Education
EducDAO’s platform integrates advanced digital tools to create an inclusive learning environment:
AI-Driven Learning: Personalized study paths and real-time feedback ensure equitable access to quality education, even in remote areas.
Tokenized Incentives: Students and educators are rewarded with tokens for contributions, promoting peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and fostering a collaborative community.
A Global Movement for Financial and Educational Equity
“EducDAO is redefining what a university can be,” said Christophe Parot, founder of EducDAO. “By combining UBI with digital inclusion, we’re not only providing access to education but also empowering students financially, ensuring they can focus on learning and growth without economic barriers.”
Since its inception, EducDAO has enrolled 17 students across 5 countries, with a focus on regions with low internet penetration, such as rural Indonesia, where only 35.90% have access compared to 64.10% in urban areas. By leveraging mobile technology—where two-thirds of the unbanked own mobile phones—EducDAO ensures that even the most marginalized can participate in the global economy through education.
