{"title": "Juan Regen Citizen", "logoImg": "bafkreib6hsokmehnsgxeac52ql2wc4ttzl6epsaqewqysb7lwgi5nqiivi", "website": "https://juanjosegiraldo.com/", "bannerImg": "bafkreihtpey5qvcfe7cyw6e4bmfcwmb6hxsl33k5c5zmcvo5uf2lxlbqta", "createdAt": 1729648793973, "userGithub": "0xj4an-personal", "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..WF_ctc2RgpSYYDujLUHH-cOoQOQlftj1ImBNLGcdOFQw9eb_6JWNNUMAXr5I89p5w0aGf0a8M4joKoJ0yluhCQ", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-10-23T01:58:32.851Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-10-23T01:58:32.851Z", "expirationDate": "2025-01-21T01:58:32.851Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x8f51DC0791CdDDDCE08052FfF939eb7cf0c17856", "hash": "v0.0.0:w5mh1ynwHiiOm0h7z0azAhe2zhW0EgCQlH5n41xaV1Q=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#0xj4an"}}}, "description": "## Overview\nI am Juan, an engineer with a passion for blending technology, finance, and environmental sustainability. Over the years, I have dedicated myself to contributing to regenerative ecosystems, from local community-building to global initiatives. My journey began in agricultural and technology science and evolved into leading efforts at the intersection of conservation, decentralized technology, and governance, aligning with the core values of regenerative finance (ReFi).\n\n#### Contributions to the Regen Movement\n\n##### Regenerative R&D\nAs the CEO of Green Digital Guardians, I lead a project dedicated to forest conservation, leveraging technology to protect biodiversity globally. I have also been involved in the blockchain and decentralized finance space, where I explore how these technologies can be applied to agriculture and environmental conservation. Through my work, I have actively contributed to the research and development of systems aimed at combating deforestation and preserving ecosystems.\n\n##### Education and Growth\nI am the founder of ReFi Medellín, a local node within the ReFiDAO network. ReFi Medellín was the first local node in the ReFi Local Nodes competition and played a pivotal role in creating similar nodes in Colombia’s major regions. These initiatives have fostered the growth of local communities and created inclusive opportunities for economic empowerment through decentralized technologies. My work in public speaking—at events such as Blockchain Summit Latam and ReFiGathering Spain—further emphasizes my commitment to educating others about the transformative potential of Web3 technologies.\n\n##### Operational Support and Governance\nI serve as a Celo Governance Guardian, where I actively contribute to Celo’s governance initiatives, supporting decentralized decision-making. I have played key roles in governance processes for organizations such as Celo EuropeDAO, Celo KoreaDAO, Celo LatamDAO, and many others. Additionally, I manage Celo Guilds across platforms like Discord, Reddit, and Telegram, providing operational support to nurture community growth.\n\n##### Impact on Local Communities and Bioregions\nThrough ReFi Medellín and the broader ReFiColombia ecosystem, I have made significant contributions to local communities by driving projects that address social, economic, and environmental regeneration. These initiatives aim to promote sustainable growth by merging local ecological solutions with blockchain technology. I’ve also supported various global ReFi initiatives, contributing to the growth and strengthening of regenerative movements worldwide.\n\n#### Commitment to the Regen Movement\nMy work is driven by a deep belief in the power of decentralized technologies to solve real-world challenges, from environmental sustainability to inclusive economic development. By continuously working on projects that integrate regenerative finance with tangible impacts on communities and ecosystems, I strive to advance the vision of a thriving regenerative economy.\n\nBy supporting this project in Gitcoin Grants 22, you are investing in a mission that prioritizes ecological restoration, social equity, and the long-term sustainability of our shared resources.\n\nThank you for considering my application for the Regen Citizen Round.", "logoImgData": {}, "bannerImgData": {}, "projectTwitter": "0xj4an"}