KAT Recognition Framework

This page outlines how each DAO defines, uses, and adjusts action types and suggested KAT values during the DAO Experimentation Program.

It includes:

• A starting list of Action Types & Suggested KAT Values
• Guidelines for DAO self-governance over these values
• The official process to propose updates using XDAO voting

1. Action Types & Suggested KAT Values

Each DAO begins with a predefined list of action types and suggested KAT amounts. These help guide recognition, support learning, and ensure program-wide alignment early on.

Example (Grow Together DAO)

Each DAO has its own version based on mission focus.

2. DAO Self-Governance: Adjusting the Recognition Scheme

DAOs are encouraged to propose and vote to adjust their KAT scheme as the project unfolds — while respecting cross-DAO alignment principles.

Shared Principles for Alignment

• Use shared value ranges:
  • Light support tasks → 3–5 KAT
  • Core execution roles → 8–12 KAT
  • High-impact leadership actions → 15–20 KAT
• Reward impact, not hours spent
• Differentiate core vs. support roles
• Be transparent and vote before changes
• Avoid inflation or token farming
• Allow one-time bonuses if justified

3. Process to Adjust the Recognition Scheme

To ensure clarity and accountability, recognition updates must be proposed and approved via the DAO’s official XDAO space - Proposal voting feature (for proposals with no budget requests).

Proposal Template 

Proposal Title: Update to KAT Recognition Scheme – [DAO Name]

Description:
This proposal updates the list of contribution types and corresponding KAT values for [DAO Name].
Changes have been reviewed by DAO members and reflect feedback from the execution phase.

Changes Proposed:

• • New/updated actions with KAT values (e.g., “New action: Storytelling Interview – 10 KAT”)
  • Adjusted KAT value for existing actions (e.g., “Photo documentation from 8 → 6 KAT”)

Reasoning:

• • Summary of why the changes are needed
  • Alignment with shared principles
  • Anticipated effects on fairness or clarity

4. What Happens After Approval

Once a proposal to update KAT values is approved:

1. DAO Facilitators notify the Kambria Core Team
2. Kambria updates the official records:
   • DAO’s KAT Contribution Tracker
   • Any relevant smart contract logic or DAO dashboards (if applicable)
3. Changes take effect from the date of approval forward

Past contributions are not retroactively adjusted unless voted on explicitly.