SuperBenefit Policy Registry

Welcome to our policy repository, where we maintain the living documents that guide how we work together. Policies translate our foundational agreements into practical coordination mechanisms across different domains and scales of activity.

Understanding Our Approach to Governance

Our governance operates on the principle of subsidiarity – decisions should be made by those closest to their impact rather than centralized in a single authority. This means we distribute decision-making across different domains, each with appropriate autonomy within our overall structure.

You'll notice this policy section is organized into distinct domains like Metagovernance, Operations, and Platforms. This isn't just an organizational convenience; it reflects actual boundaries of decision-making authority in our community and organization. Each domain has its own governance processes as defined in our foundational agreements.

For instance, the people maintaining our digital platforms have the authority to establish appropriate access controls and security measures without requiring approval from the entire community for every technical decision. Similarly, operational teams within SuperBenefit DAO have the flexibility to develop workflows that meet their specific needs while remaining aligned with our shared purpose.

This approach balances coherence with adaptability. By documenting all policies centrally, we ensure transparency and accessibility while enabling those with relevant expertise to respond quickly to changing circumstances in their domains.

Navigating Our Policies

Our policies are organized into three primary domains that reflect different aspects of coordination:

Metagovernance contains the processes through which we make collective decisions, evolve our governance, and resolve disputes. These are the constitutional elements of our system – the frameworks that establish how other decisions are legitimately made across both community and organizational contexts.

Operations covers how SuperBenefit DAO's work gets done – how teams form, how resources are allocated, how projects are managed, and how contributions are recognized. These policies translate our purpose into practical action and coordination within the organizational structure.

Platforms addresses our digital infrastructure – the tools, systems, and online spaces where SuperBenefit community members and SuperBenefit DAO contributors collaborate. These policies ensure our technical foundation supports rather than hinders our collective work.

Each domain's index page will guide you to more specific policies relevant to your questions or interests. If you're unsure where to look, the metagovernance section is a good starting point, as it provides context for how all other governance processes function across SuperBenefit.

Living Documentation

Our policies evolve as we learn and grow. Each policy domain follows its own process for reviewing and updating documentation, as defined in our agreements. When policies change, we maintain version history so you can understand not just what our current practices are, but how they've evolved over time.

We encourage all participants to familiarize themselves with these policies, particularly those most relevant to your engagement with SuperBenefit. Understanding our governance framework empowers you to participate effectively and contribute to its ongoing improvement, whether through community participation or direct involvement with SuperBenefit DAO's work.