Hello Asgardia!

We have a couple of public service announcements for you today.

The team has gone through the satellite files and removed some due to violations of copyright and trademark. Please check your upload to see if it was part of this action. If so, you have until July 20 to upload a file to be included on Asgardia-1 at launch. Otherwise, it will not be uploaded until November when it is deployed.

We are very concerned by the amount of petitions that we have had to reject due to petitioners not submitting properly. Some of the most common mistakes are:

- no real name and picture attached to the petitioners profile
- not listing who the petition will need to be sent to once it has been completed

Please see the Head of Community Affairs blog post on Effective Petitioning that was posted for the community's information here: https://asgardia.space/…/asgard…/7163-effective-petitioning/

It is important for the community to be able to use this system so we ask the petitioners to please follow these steps so their voices and opinions can be heard.

Thank you!

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Hello Asgardia!

Welcome to the first installment in my series of Let’s Talk Asgardia! Today I want to address some of the confusion in regards to the Asgardia-1 satellite and the upload limits to its database.

About Asgardia-1 Satellite
Asgardia Citizens and the Satellite
Limits and Types of Data Storage

About Asgardia-1

The Asgardia-1 satellite was entirely funded by Head of Nation Dr. Igor Ashurbeyli. It was manufactured in cooperation between Asgardia and Nanoracks LLC by NearSpace Launch Inc . NanoRacks LLC is providing end-to-end launch services for Asgardia-1 satellite.

Asgardia-1 is a “2U” CubeSat, it’s dimensions are 10 x 10 x 20 cm (3.94 X 3.94 x 7.87 in) and weighs approximately 2.8 kg (6.17 lbs). It will have four deployable solar arrays and will primarily be a data storage satellite with a solid state drive of 0.5 terabytes (500 gigabytes or 500,000 megabytes apprx).

FUN FACT:

A CubeSat belongs to a category of nanosatellites (1-10 kg/2-22lbs). It is made of a cube structure (thus the name CubeSat) and each cube has size 10 x 10 x 10 cm (3.94 X 3.94 X 3.94 in).

About the launch and deployment of Asgardia-1

The scheduled date for the launch of Asgardia-1 is set for Fall 2017. Even though there is a preliminary launch schedule for some months to come, spaceflight is still an experimental domain and it is traditional to announce launch dates much closer to the launch.

Asgardia-1 will be part of a payload included in an Orbital ATK Antares rocket carrying the ninth Cygnus cargo vehicle to the International Space Station. The launch will be from the NASA Wallops Flight Center in Chincoteague Island, Virginia USA.

FUN FACT:

Asgardia-1 was originally planned to be part of a Space X payload launching out of Cape Canaveral, Florida later in the year. Since an opportunity for an earlier launch presented itself the Head of Nation decided to advance the launch.

The cargo vehicle will deliver Asgardia-1 to the ISS and stay as a part of the ISS assembly for a period of approximately 2 months. After the de-docking it will fly further up to perform another part of experimental programme. This will include deployment of Asgardia-1.

FUN FACT:

Once deployed, Asgardia-1 will have an approximate orbital period (the time it takes for it to circle the Earth) of 92.57 minutes. It will be travelling at about 7.8 kilometers per second (or 4.85 miles per second) which would be 28,000 kilometers per hour (or 17,500 miles per hour).

Asgardia citizens and Asgardia-1

Asgardia-1 will contain a database of all Asgardian legal documents and symbols, the adopted the Declaration of Unity and the Constitution of Asgardia, as well as the personal files submitted by Asgardia citizens. The database will be given to NanoRacks on 04 August, 0001 (20 July 2017) where it we will uploaded onto Asgardia-1 prior to launch.

After launch, there will be times in which the database onboard Asgardia-1 will be able to be updated. The first time it will happen is after the deployment, or in other words not before November 2017.

Before and after launch, all Asgardian citizens (up to the first 1.5 million) who have accepted the Constitution of Asgardia will be allowed to upload their files to the www.asgardia.space website for free to be added to the database that will be added to and updated on Asgardia-1.

After that free storage will not be offered.

FUN FACT:

All the files which Asgardia people have uploaded will be permanently be kept on Asgardia satellites thus providing a continuous virtual presence of all people of Asgardia in space.

Limits and Types of Data Storage

There are currently three amounts of virtual upload space being provided to Asgardia citizens.

1. The first 100,000 citizens can submit up to 500KB per-person to Asgardia-1. (Those whose certificate of Asgardia number is between 1 and 100,000)
2. The next 400,000 citizens can submit up to 200KB. (Starting with number 100 001 of certificate of Asgardia ad counting the next 400 000 people)
3. The next million citizens after that to register and accept the Constitution can submit up to 100KB each.

After that, free storage will be closed.

Determining Your Storage Amount

Seeing your storage amount you are in is quite easy. First log into asgardia.space profile. Go to the satellite upload page and on the bottom left corner, above the upload button, it will show you the amount of upload space you have been provided or on the ‘Upload Your File’ page after you click on the ‘upload file’ button.

EDIT: I earlier stated that you can confirm your upload limit by checking your Asgardia ID number, this was incorrect. My apologies! What is displayed above the upload button or on the upload page are where you can confirm your upload amount.

Types of files and copyrights

You can upload four different types of files to the website.

Text files must be in .txt format.
Image files can be any image type but remember some types are larger than others
Video files must be in .mp4 format
Audio files can be either .mp3 or .aac format

All material uploaded must be either be your own or copyright free material. Asgardia respects copyrights, trademark rights, other intellectual property rights. Any files found violating that will be deleted from the site upon discovery.

In case of the copyright violation it will be a responsibility of a person to face any legal consequences. Asgardia is providing storage space with clearly identified conditions of how to use it. Violation of the rules is under the responsibility of each user.

Private or not private?

Currently, there is a contest being run that you can enter when you upload your file to the Asgardia.space website. It allows you to post your file publicly to be voted on by pressing ‘like’ or ‘dislike’ and the one with the most ‘like’ votes will win expanded space. These will always be public.

However, if you choose not to enter the contest, you will have three options. Public will show your file to the public, including ones not logged into the Asgardia.space website. Friends only will display only to those you have added to your friends. Private is just that, private and no one can see the file except the moderation teams.

I hope that this first installment of Let’s Talk has cleared up any questions the community has about the satellite. If I have missed anything, please email your questions to citizens@asgardia.space and they will be able to answer them for you!

Cheers,

Rebekah Berg

Head of Community Affairs

NGO Asgardia

Hey all Asgardians,

My name is Corey Beaudoin, I'm a sales associate at Rogers in Niagara falls and a space enthusiast. I have been dreaming everything space and more. It is an honour to become an Asgardian and I have great visions In my spare time all I do is learn more and more. I am also a member of Mars One. I am 26 years young with much drive. Please consider me as I believe I would be a perfect fit for advancement intellectually and physically.

A little bit more about myself is I drum if I am not working or constantly learning. I've been playing for 12 years and been in a band the last 2 years. I am extremely easy to get along with and have a massive heart. I want to vow to my fellow Asgardians I will strive to keep a positive mentality and get this vision of ours moving along.

Much love,

Corey Beaudoin

This picture symbolizes so much

Hello Asgardia!

Due to the notice that went out letting leadership candidates on Asgard 7, 0001 / June 24, 2017 several candidates removed their candidacy from all positions and found that they could not reapply to just one position. We have enabled it so that those affected should be able to reapply their candidacy.

Please note, if you remove your candidacy after this time you will need to wait until the next election cycle to apply to run again.

Good luck candidates!

Good day Asgardia!

We would like to let you know that if you are currently experiencing technical difficulties on the candidate screen please email a detailed report and screenshots of your issue to elections@asgardia.space . This will allow us to investigate the problems in a more timely manner.

Greetings, fellow Asgardians!

As we embark on this grand adventure,  I know we will go through some turbulent times.  Things will not go smoothly. Tempers will flare when we be lives that something is not right or does not agree with our individual viewpoints. This is to be expected. It is human nature.

However, pounding on a preverbal pupit, and becoming irrate, may not be the best way to get a point across.

It is better to remain calm, state your point of view or idea with reasons why you believe it to be a good or bad idea. Use facts, data, history, etc. to prove or back up your premise. Then, calmly and respectfully listen to others as they agree or disagree.  It is always possible that you may not have seen all the angles and ramifications of your idea.  Alway thank someone for offering and opinion, if you do not agree with it. This encourages other to speak in a free society.

Not everyone can be pleased ALL THE TIME! It is simply not possible. Therefore you must be articulate in expressing your viewpoint in a matter were you win people to your point of view, in a persuasive argument , rather than dismissing their thoughts and concerns or trying to berate or bully people into agreement.

Be PASSIONATE, yet COMPASSIONATE in your deals with others.

~Tal

"Willing to serve for the Future. "  (I am a candidate for election. If you like what I post, I would be honored to represent you. Thank you.)

Hello Asgardia,

A letter went out last night to all persons who signed up to participate in the leadership elections. This is the text that was sent out to them:

Dear (Member Name),

Nominating Yourself
Please remember that anyone can submit his or her candidacy, but you must only submit for one level at a time. If you have applied for more than one level of leadership, please go back and pick only one. Candidates are given a week to select one level, and if no selection is made, all of the candidate’s applications will be deleted.
Your candidacy will appear on the website once you have completed all of the required fields in your profile, uploaded your personal photo, and the text of your platform has been verified. In addition, if you’re submitting for the level of Trendsetter, you must send you CV/resume, and for the level of Ambassador, you must send your CV/resume plus two references to elections@asgardia.space.

Debutant Rights
Debutants (10 votes) have the right to elect leaders at the higher levels; be selected as a leader for a higher level, submit petitions to higher leaders; support the petitions of their group; apply for grants and scholarships, and submit proposals to higher levels; set the price for licenses to the businesses or products of third-party members of their group; determine the level of openness of the group and the prices for accreditation of third-party groups or members of his/her group.

Strategist Rights
Strategists (100 votes) have the right to elect Trendsetters and Ambassadors; be elected as such; submit petitions directly to Trendsetter or Ambassador-level leaders; support the petitions of their own group; apply for grants and scholarships, and submit proposals to Trendsetters or higher levels; support grants and scholarships sent to Trendsetters or above, set the price for licenses to the businesses or products of third-party members of their group; determine the level of openness of the group and the prices for accreditation of third-party groups or members of his/her group.

Questions?
Please email any questions or concerns to elections@asgardia.space.

Sincerely,
The Asgardia Team

Greetings Fellow Asgardians!

My name is Carol Lynn Lockhart, and I would like to ask for the honor of representing you in local government during these formative times. I am running for the position of Strategist in Western New York State, USA.  A Strategist, is not a Parliamentary position. It is a District level position covering several cities.  Basically, most of Western New York. I would be honored and proud to represent our part of Western New York, on your behalf.  I live in Jamestown, New York and realize difficulties that we may face in receiving our official IDs and passing the 4th level verification.  I hope that by being your representative in this area that I might provide a closer location for your verification.

I am different from many candidates. as I actually listen to people and I really care about viewpoints. I will listen to my constitutes and do my best for the majority. I will  not be able to please everyone, all the time. So I will not make promises that I may not be able to keep.  I will be fair, compassionate, passionate and honest.  I will treat everyone fairly.  My job, will be to SERVE YOU, the Citizens of Asgardia within my District. If you have questions about me or for me, BEFORE you vote, please get in contact with me.  I want you to be informed and make wise decisions about your elected leaders! If elected, I would want to continue to hear your views on the issues and invite you to watch my Blog for updates concerning You and Asgardia!

Thank you for your consideration and vote, I look forward to both hearing from you and serving as your elected local official.

~Tal

I am fifty-four years old. By the time an actual space station is actually constructed,  I probably won't be here any longer. That saddens me, for I would really like to go into space!

So, why would I want to support a space nation?

Simply put, this is not about a space station. This is about a future. A future where mankind is united instead of divided. A future where we share our diversity with one another in respect and curiosity, instead of hatred and contemp! To not see borders, color, religions, sexual preference, ect. As stumbling blocks, but rather as stepping stones and building blocks for the future!  Our diversity makes us great! It means that we can see things from different points of view. When problem solving, being able to see things from different angles is essential!

Patience is also crucial. When the United States drew up their Constitution as a fledgling Republic all the founding fathers were gathered together, it was a passionate debate! Debating and being passionate is wonderful! It must also be tempered with respect and dignity.

This, is why I am a citizen of Asgardia. For the future that I may not see. For the people of this planet Earth who want to change the status quo and create a better and brighter future for all mankind. Ad Astra!

~Tal

(I am a candidate in the upcoming elections. If you like what you see, please vote for me. Thank you.)

I have been roaming around the forum and noticed a few things concerning the constitution and voting, as well as if such issues might affect our chances of being declared a Nation with the UN.

Whew!

As the old saying goes, "Rome was not built in a day."  That might be appropriate in this situation. We are starting a Nation from scratch. We are idealistic people. Most likely there will be adjustments

My view, we should get a constitution voted in. Petition for changes in wording or amendments, then put these changes and revisions up to a general vote until the majority of the populace is in agreement before taking anything to the UN.

Futher, since voting seems to be in question perhaps we should have an independent Board of Elections to verify election results. As we have seen in recent US elections there are concerns as to fraud and outside tampering. Our voting is done electronically and therefore subject to hacking and tampering, both from the inside, as well as from outside parties.

Hello, fellow Asgardians!

Today,  is my first full day as a free citizen of the Space Kingdom of Asgardia. As a citizen,  I've already have ratified the Constitution and have vote for the flag, anthem and coat of arms. So I am taking my responsibilities seriously!

Above, is my picture,  since at the moment I can't seem to get it to upload to my profile.

I am a Bard, writer, dreamer, visionary,  who loves a challenge. I believe in fairness and equality for ALL! Everyone has something they can contribute. I believe in a good education and in always learning something new. I am approachable and easy going. However, I can also be focused and determined. I am reliable and will have your back! I was a volunteer and an officer in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary for five years doing search and rescue,  as well as protecting the boating public, so I can handle an emergency pretty well. Scared, yes, but I handled it and did my job.

So, that is just a little about me, obviously,  not everything.  I'm looking to make friends, work on projects and get to know my fellow Asgardians on this grand venture! Ad Astra!

One should probably say something momentous when embarking on an adventure as epic as this appears to be. Alas, words fail me.

When I was young, I dreampt of peace, love and harmony. I dreamed of people...just getting along with one another. Mankind has such potential!

As the years passed, I became discouraged. Hate, violence and extremism appear to be the norm. Humanity is better than that! We can raise above all this pettiness!

I felt as if I were just a small voice shouting admist hurricane force winds! No one listened. No one plans for the future. It's all..."Me,me,me! Now,now,now!"

So,when I read about Asgardia, I admit, I was skeptical. Could such a place exist where pride and prejudice ceased to be and caring and compassion was the new norm?

Yes....I want to be a citizen! I want to make myself and the Earth, a better place for EVERYONE!

Our society is always changing we as people constantly evolve in who we are and how we act towards each other. But politics still stays the same. The way decisions are made and even many of the decisions that are made don't reflect the world, our society, and us as it is/we are now. They reflect our society has it was years ago, a constant fear of change, and a fear of other people these decisions build barriers between countries and individuals. This isn't the way it should be the people who make decisions should be people who can see the world by what it could be people who strive for change in order to make a world/society for everyone. A world where people are no longer defined by their country, culture, religion, skin colour, or gender. A world where everyone lives equally and no one is mistreated.

So remember when voting for someone or for anything vote for those who wish for change and want to bring everyone together. We as humans need each other, alone we're weak and there's not much we can do but by working together we're strong and can accomplish anything

One Humanity - One Unity.

If you work for the future you can accomplish anything. If you work off the past you may be doomed to repeat it.

To create a better future the mistakes of the past should be used as a guide but should not define the choices you make. When things are done based solely on things that happened in the past it becomes ingrained in what you do and you become unable to break free.

EDIT: THIS DOCUMENT HAS BEEN UPDATED AS OF ASGARD 6, 0001/JUNE 22, 2017 TO REFLECT THE NEW PETITION PROCESS

1. Decide what your petition is about.  Make sure you are not creating a repeat petition by checking the petitions subforum.  If a petition like the one you want to make exists get involved with that one rather than creating your own.  Repeat petitions will be deleted.
2. Create a statement of intent.  Be clear in the statement of what you are asking to be changed, why you are asking for it to be changed, how you want it to be changed, and where it would need to be changed. Make it to the point and try to keep anecdotal opinions out of it.
   1. Try to avoid "I believe that.." or "It's our opinion that.".
   2. Do include "It should be this because of this reasoning." or "It would benefit this part to say this instead of this for this reason."  Petitions without clear evidence backing them up will not be considered.
3. Verify who and where it will need to be submitted. Does it go to the Head of Nation, or Parliament, or to a Ministry?
   1. Once you have, please list it on the petition so once it has been completed it can be immediately sent to the correct department or persons.
4. Get a second opinion.  Show it to a friend and get them to double check it for clarity, spelling and grammar.
5. Post your petition to gather signatures! You can post your petition through the official Asgardia Petition Submission Page .
   1. Please ensure your real name is visible and your profile picture is of a real person - all petitions submitted under pseudonyms and none real pictures will be immediately rejected.
   2. You can submit a picture with your petition, be sure it is relevant to your petition or do not submit one at all, it is your choice.
   3. You will receive a notice letting you know when your petition has passed the petition moderation process.
   4. You can see all of the petitions posted on the Petitions Page .
6. Promote your petition!  You can promote your petition however you want, either online through the Petitions forum or the Facebook thread created for it in the Asgardia General Facebook group or in person. But remember to be polite and considerate of other Asgardia citizens when discussing your petition with them. Also, please do not spam other people's threads with links to your petitions, posting once should be enough and when asked you could post it again.
7. Once you have 1000 signatures, your petition will be closed and forwarded to the appropriate office/Ministry. Have patience for a referendum to be called!  These will not happen overnight but as petitions are reviewed and verified referendums will be opened for voting to the citizens of Asgardia. More information on this process will be released when it is available.

I am a doctor of medicine and work as an ophthalmologist for the last 16 years. I also have degrees in naturopathy and complementry medicine modalities. I am fluent in English and Turkish.

I believe Asgardia is the beginning of the first steps of human kind into the universe and I am so excited to be a part of it. I believe I can be very useful by participating inside the government and I am looking forward to do my best.

For as long as I can remember, I had this strong belief that our world wouldn't just be confined to this beautiful rock hurtling through space. I believe in Human existence in space. I believe in Human existence throughout the universe! Asgardia, our beautiful Nation amongst the stars is just the beginning to a wondrous new chapter in Human history. Let us march on with bright eyes and spirits and even brighter hearts! Lets work together to make this future bright and steadfast! 1 Mother Planet, Many Nations in it together. Break the barriers of religion and culture to include everyone in this next chapter.

Vote Eli Hewer. A voice of Humanity amongst the stars.