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## Mission

To create and maintain open-source digital infrastructure that empowers civil society, reducing dependence on corporate and government-controlled technology.

## Core Values

- Decentralization – No single point of control.
- Privacy & Security – Everything built with user autonomy in mind.
- Sustainability – Self-funded, resilient, and community-supported.
- Transparency – Open discussions, decision-making, and finances.
- Cooperation Over Competition – Collaborate with other projects rather than duplicate efforts.

## Governance

- See [Governance](/projects/governance)

## Contact

Paul Payne  
paul@payne.io  
+1 (206) 790-6707  
Redmond, WA 98052