With the release of the SummitShare website, we are a step closer in the right direction. After much research and iterations, we are going live. But this is just one step to mark the commencement of another one. We are now preparing to have an exhibit, which will serve as the demo and application of our technology.
What is an Exhibit on SummitShare?
An exhibit on SummitShare is multifaceted in nature. With the traditional definition, we are going to have an exhibit of art, but in this case, more specifically artifacts that were used. These exhibits are not just displays but are integral parts of a broader mission to restore cultural heritage and provide economic restitution.
Our exhibits are managed and deployed by our smart contracts and their services, which allow us to do everything from tokenizing artifacts to fund distribution and payments for tickets. Each exhibit is linked to a heritage community, and the core purpose of fund distribution is to enable value addition to these communities by funding SDGs or community-voted development goals.
Deployment and Data Collection
The first step post-deployment of the SummitShare application involves data collection and engaging with the Gwembe Valley community. This community is associated with the Leading Ladies exhibit. Our objective is to set up wallets and gather essential data to assess the community's needs and integrate their governance and voting processes into our platform.
Once the SummitShare team collects the necessary data, we will deploy the exhibit via our smart contracts and initiate a pre-exhibit ticket sales phase. This phase will precede the launch of the digital exhibition.
The Leading Ladies and Gwembe Valley Community
The Leading Ladies exhibit is directly associated with the Gwembe Valley community. This association aims to highlight the cultural significance of the artifacts and the community from which they originated. Our goal is to ensure that the Gwembe Valley community benefits directly from the proceeds and engagement generated through the exhibit.
Goals and Milestones
Throughout the process, we have several key goals and milestones that will be publicly updated and tracked on our website's distribution page. Here is a timeline of these key milestones:
| 1 | Exhibit to be held | 2 | Funds distributed into community Escrow | | 3 | Voting on SDG development | | 4 | Funding/disbursement of escrow | | 5 | Completion of funded goal being implemented |
These goals ensure transparency and accountability as we progress through each phase of the exhibit. All dates are to be determined (TBD) and we will be updating the website with relevant transaction IDs for transparency.
Digital Exhibition
The virtual exhibition experience will be a highlight of the SummitShare platform. It will provide ticket holders access to an immersive, interactive online gallery showcasing tokenized African artifacts. Key features of the digital exhibition include:
- Interactive Elements: Engage with artifacts through detailed views, historical context, and multimedia elements.
- Tokenized Artifacts: Each artifact is represented as a digital token with immutable metadata.
- Secure Access: Only ticket holders can access the exhibition, ensuring a controlled and exclusive experience.
- Educational Experience: We aim to provide not only a virtual experience but an educational one, giving users the opportunity to interact with 3D models to explore these artifacts in detail.
The upcoming exhibit marks a significant step forward in our mission to digitally repatriate African artifacts and economically empower heritage communities. We are excited to demonstrate our technology and its potential impact. Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this journey with the Gwembe Valley community.
Fund Distribution Process
The proceeds from ticket sales will be directed to an escrow contract. The distribution of funds follows a community-centric financial model:
- 80% to Community Fund: Direct allocation to the Gwembe Valley community to support various development projects.
- 20% to Administrative Expenses: Covering the operational costs of the SummitShare project to ensure its sustainability.
Here is a flowchart illustrating the fund distribution process:
- Ticket Sales: Funds are collected from ticket sales.
- Escrow Contract: Funds are securely held in an escrow contract.
- Community Fund: 80% of the funds are allocated to the community.
- Administrative Expenses: 20% of the funds cover project operations.
- Community Approval: Community votes on Development Objectives.
- Implementation: Approved projects are implemented by the SummitShare team.
Post-Exhibit Steps
Implementation and Community Development Goals Management
Once the exhibit is complete, we move to the implementation phase. The community will vote on Development Objectives, and the approved projects will be put into motion. This process ensures that the community has a direct say in how the funds are utilized, promoting transparency and engagement.
The upcoming exhibit marks a significant step forward in our mission to digitally repatriate African artifacts and economically empower heritage communities. We are excited to demonstrate our technology and its potential impact. Stay tuned for more updates as we embark on this journey with the Gwembe Valley community.
For more information, please visit our website or contact us directly. If you’d like to play a part in this journey, you can support our work with heritage communities here: