Open Calls are WikiDeal's community proposal mechanism — inspired by the Wikimedia Foundation model of open governance. Any WikiDeal member can submit a proposal to improve any aspect of the system: a concept, an algorithm, a programme design, a governance rule, or a technical implementation. Accepted proposals are rewarded with Credits.

What Is an Open Call?

An Open Call is a structured invitation for community proposals on a specific topic. WikiDeal issues Open Calls when:

• A concept needs expert review (e.g. the bonding curve formula, legal structures)
• A new programme or feature is being designed
• An existing mechanism needs improvement based on real-world feedback
• Community expertise is needed to validate a technical or social decision

Open Calls are also open-ended: community members can propose improvements to any concept at any time, even without a specific invitation.

How to Submit a Proposal

1. Identify the concept — Choose a WikiDeal concept, mechanism, or programme you want to improve.
2. Research — Read the existing documentation (like this page!) and understand the current design.
3. Draft your proposal — Describe the problem, your proposed solution, and the expected impact. Use the standard proposal template (available in the Open Call portal).
4. Submit — Submit via the Open Call portal. Your proposal receives a maturity score based on completeness and quality.
5. Community review — Other members can comment, vote, and refine your proposal.
6. Expert evaluation — For technical proposals (algorithms, legal, financial), WikiDeal invites domain experts to evaluate.
7. Decision — The WikiDeal governance process makes a final decision. Accepted proposals are credited.

Evaluation Criteria (Maturity Score)

Proposals are evaluated on a maturity score that reflects:

• Clarity — Is the problem clearly defined? Is the solution specific?
• Feasibility — Can it be implemented with WikiDeal's current or planned resources?
• Community benefit — Does it serve the broader community, not just the proposer?
• Compatibility — Does it align with WikiDeal's core principles (non-speculative, transparent, community-first)?
• Evidence — Is it supported by data, research, or real-world examples?

See the Open Calls & Maturity page for the full scoring rubric.

Rewards for Accepted Proposals

Contributors whose proposals are accepted receive Credits as recognition:

• Miles Credits — for proposals that improve community programmes or processes
• Cash Credits — for proposals that create significant platform value (larger contributions)
• Attribution — all proposals are publicly attributed, building contributor reputation

The reward level depends on the maturity score and the impact of the proposal. Expert reviewers who contribute their time are also eligible for Credits.

Reference: Wikimedia Foundation Model

WikiDeal's Open Call mechanism is inspired by the Wikimedia Foundation's approach to open knowledge governance — where community members contribute not just content but also process improvements, policy proposals, and strategic decisions. Like Wikipedia's editorial community, WikiDeal's Open Call participants are co-authors of the platform itself.