Astar Network Launches Community Program for Enhanced Governance and Engagement
Felix Pinkston Nov 21, 2025 09:06
Astar Network introduces a comprehensive Community Program featuring the Ambassador Fellowship and Governance Program to foster community involvement and decentralized governance.
Astar Network has unveiled its Community Program, a strategic initiative designed to enhance community participation through two key components: the Astar Ambassador Fellowship and the Governance Program. This announcement marks a significant step towards fostering a more inclusive and decentralized governance model within the Astar ecosystem, according to astar.network.
The Astar Ambassador Fellowship
The Astar Ambassador Fellowship (AAF) is structured to provide a clear progression path for contributors. Participants can advance through five progressive roles by earning Astar Points, which are awarded for completing tasks on Guild.xyz. These roles range from Community Member to the esteemed Head Ambassador, with each level recognizing increased engagement and responsibility.
The Fellowship also offers specialization tracks in areas such as content creation, community support, and business development, allowing members to focus on their strengths while contributing to network growth. Performance in these tracks is evaluated by the Astar Community Council (ACC).
The Governance Program
The Governance Program is designed to educate ASTR token holders on governance rights and responsibilities. It covers essential topics such as proposal mechanisms, treasury operations, and council elections. This program aligns with Astar's broader governance evolution strategy, preparing participants for expanded roles as outlined in the Road to Evolution Phase 2.
Guild.xyz: A Platform for Transparent Tracking
Central to the AAF's operation is Guild.xyz, a platform that facilitates transparent tracking of roles and rewards. It supports flexible infrastructure adjustments and offers Soulbound NFT distribution as verifiable onchain credentials, ensuring a secure and transparent contribution history.
Future Prospects
Astar Network's long-term vision includes evolving the Ambassador Fellowship into a fully onchain governance system, potentially establishing an Ambassador Collective DAO with region-based SubDAOs. This would enable decentralized decision-making and autonomous treasury management, aligning with Astar's mission of fostering a decentralized community.
The Astar Community Program represents a significant milestone in the network's journey towards decentralization, providing the necessary tools and incentives for community members to actively participate in governance and network development. The success of this initiative will depend on the community's sustained participation and collective commitment to Astar's growth and success.
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