<aside> <img src="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/secure.notion-static.com/a39071e0-2a57-4923-ac4c-a1bb9ecd2fc9/1lKCnIMB8qvRyiEkAZCvfug-2.png" alt="https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/secure.notion-static.com/a39071e0-2a57-4923-ac4c-a1bb9ecd2fc9/1lKCnIMB8qvRyiEkAZCvfug-2.png" width="40px" /> The Public Goods Library (aka “The Library”) is a public goods discussion group hosted by Gitcoin.

If you are a guest moderating an upcoming Public Goods Library discussion, you are in the right place! This document provides a brief overview of The Library and how to prepare for your session.

Before your session, we suggest reading this document, which explains Gitcoin and the Public Goods Library: Public Goods Library: Start here!

Mod Guide Starts Here!

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⏰ No Time? Here’s a quick 3-step process to becoming the next Library Moderator!

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Moderating is a great experience where you can share your ideas with the Gitcoin Public Goods community.

  1. Come up with a question for the week that you are passionate about. You may share an article/ insight/ food for thought in the #public-library Discord channel
  2. Reach out to Linh (LinhT.Tran#) or QZ (QZ#6600) to express interest and we’ll guide you along and give the right access permissions to Notion and Discord, provide operational support, and give context where needed
  3. Kickstart the necessary logistics to make your session happen
    1. Get familiar with the format
    2. Pick a day
    3. Make it happen

ℹ️ In-Depth Overview

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During the discussion, you will also be accompanied by a Gitcoin DAO moderator (typically Linh or Madison). One of the moderators will kickstart the conversation, help you facilitate the discussion, and cover logistics.

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Steps to moderating a Public Goods Library discussion:

  1. 🗓 Confirm a Date
  2. 📕 Prepare Your Discussion
  3. 📖 Read Our Preparation Resources

🗓 Step 1: Confirm a Date With Us

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This calendar lists all past and future discussions. Weeks without a document are open and need to be filled. Please note that your session must be scheduled by the Monday before.