The proposal emphasizes the dedicated efforts and achievements of Six (Polkadot Head Ambassador) and Gabo (Polkadot Ambassador) in the APAC region from January through the submission of this proposal and continuing until the end of the current year. These efforts involved initiating and organizing a self-sustainable physical space dedicated to Polkadot and community building. Our journey began with the establishment of the Polkadot Sanctuary, the first physical hub dedicated to our ecosystem, strategically located in Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia, to serve the growing local community.

Proposal link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tPLQbBxVJEdX5wVQ6ckfeFjBoONvAqjGTDW7IGn9qIQ/edit?usp=sharing

We have demonstrated that with proper guidance, a physical location and its collective contributions can significantly benefit Polkadot. This includes enhancing awareness, fostering collaboration, attracting talent, accelerating adoption, and amplifying the network effect. As Polkadot continues its growth and evolution, these ongoing initiatives will play a pivotal role in ensuring its long-term sustainability, fostering innovation, and driving overall success within the ecosystem.

Disclaimer: This proposal's intention is not to seek funding for a physical hub or contribute to its sustainability. The purpose of this proposal is to request retroactive funding for our dedicated time, efforts, and work in showcasing and sharing this research as a case study with the broader community. The value we have demonstrated is that a self-sustainable physical hub is achievable and beneficial for the Polkadot ecosystem. To confirm this, we conducted field research and invested our own resources. Therefore, we are not requesting funding for the hub itself but seeking compensation for our research work from January onwards, continuing throughout the year. Thank you.

There was an old discussion on gov1 regarding the previous proposal. The link above and this post represent the current state of the project, with a newly prepared, more focused and more precise document.