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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

Contact

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