secretariats.eth
Governance
Ethereum SF is coordinated through the secretariat model — a lightweight, rotating governance structure designed for credible neutrality, term-limited service, and decentralized leadership across cities, regions, and the global ecosystem.
The Three-Tier Structure
Ecosystem Coordination Secretariat
OngoingCoordination and support for the entire secretariats.eth network. Sets standards, resolves disputes, and ensures the model scales across cities and regions.
Regional Secretariat
12–18 monthsCoordinates activities within a specific region. Mentors incoming country secretaries, bridges local efforts to the global layer, and ensures continuity across rotations.
Country Secretariat
6–12 monthsGround-level coordination for a single city or country. Selected for reliability and initiative. Runs local events, maintains the calendar, and serves as the first point of contact for newcomers.
Current Secretaries
Colin
countryCountry Secretary · San Francisco
Jan 2026 – Jul 2026
Georgy A.
countryCountry Secretary · San Francisco
Jan 2026 – Jul 2026
TBD
regionalRegional Secretary · North America
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TBD
ecosystemEcosystem Secretary · Global
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Key Activities
Mapping supporters, programs, and resources across the ecosystem. Building a living directory of who is doing what and where.
Running an efficient information network with triage. Ensuring the right signal reaches the right people without noise.
Creating unity across groups through meetups, demo days, and cross-community collaboration. Reducing duplication, amplifying impact.
How It Works
Term Limits & Rotation
Every secretary serves a fixed term — 6–12 months at the country level, 12–18 months regionally. Terms are staggered so institutional knowledge transfers smoothly. No one holds a seat indefinitely; the structure is designed to prevent capture.
Selection
Country secretaries are selected by the outgoing secretary and the regional layer based on demonstrated reliability, initiative, and community trust. You earn the role by showing up and serving first — not by campaigning. Regional and ecosystem secretaries are chosen from proven country-level veterans.
Credible Neutrality
Secretaries coordinate — they don't govern. They maintain calendars, connect people, and resolve conflicts, but they don't set agendas or pick winners. The role is designed for service, not authority.