Well, here we are now Asgardians.. Like you I was drawn here by curiosity; i was intrigued by the thought of an entirely new nation, a nation with completely equal citizens. i have hope for something different.

we have thrown ourselves to a nation that as of yet has no land, no no place to call Asgardia(on earth) so in that we who have accepted the declaration are nomads. But that is no reason for despair or to look upon this with distaste, for the human race started life as roamers and nomads, we have merely made the step forward to a new beginning.

We have the rarest of opportunities, we get to start a new page, we have yet to elect a council, yet to finalize our laws, yet to be recognized by earth authorities. They cannot Ignore us, each day we grow in numbers, each day we make our voice grow from what was a whisper, our voice is becoming a roar. A roar for a future.

For a future i will pledge my allegiance, my hopes, my dreams. For a future is all we wish.

For a better tomorrow. For Asgardia.

Ross S

Introduction:

Hi, my name is Brendan Taylor and I’m a firm believer and promoter in the analytical use of open data to help us make informed decisions. I have over 8 years of data, big data, data analysis and reporting experience across multiple industries such as banking, shipping, entertainment, oil and gas, and private lifestyle management.

First, let me break this article down into 3 parts; Data source, data storage and data usage. I will cover each one in a little more detail and hopefully I can convince you that, not only is the collection of OD needed, it’s also vital and can have a HUGE impact on the lives of all Asgardians.

Part 1: Data source

Everywhere we look, everything we do and even the things or actions we don’t do, generate data that can collected and analysed. When used properly, collected in a transparent way and openly accessible, this data is priceless to effective management. So let’s look at the multiple sources of data that exist (currently, or possibly in the future) in the context of Asgardia.

It is also important to remember that this article will be looking at high level data that can be used to create a “big picture” view of Asgardia. None of the data collected will contain identifiable data, especially when this data is intended to be accessible by all Asgardians.

A quick look and a few examples of OD from the Ministries of Asgardia:

1.Justice

Crime data is important and it help identify the type of crime, where and when the crime happened. Having this data can help with the allocation of resources in terms of policing and the ability to respond to incidents.

2. Science

What advances have been made that can integrated into Asgardia. This can be anything for new improvements to existing technology, new medical technology, more efficient ways of producing energy. Engineers will be able to access this data as it comes available.

3. Citizenship

I have seen some great infographics being produced giving us a clear breakdown of how Asgardia is made up. Seeing the societal make up of Asgardia is important, as we are a melting pot of different cultures, each bringing their own customs and languages. This data can help integrate our communities and also identify what is needed or missing, that every Asgardian is made to feel welcome in our accepting society.

4. Finance

“Just follow the money” is an infamous saying in today’s earth society. To help stamp out corruption and keep Asgardia fair, open and transparent, data about each transaction made within the Asgardian Government should be open to the public. Being able to see how much, when, where, by who and why each transaction was made, this adds a level of accountability. This will also help cut down wastage, keep spending in check and allow citizens of Asgardia to see exactly how their taxes are being spent.

5. Trade and Commerce

Being able to see what materials and services are being traded through Asgardia is important. Being able to see what types of materials and services are being either imported or exported, the level or amount of these trades can help identify shortages, and help Asgardia better allocated resources. This OD can also identify trends and highlight opportunities which can help improve the prosperity of Asgardia

6. Education

Education is vitally important to the continuation and the expanding of Asgardia. Without the scientists, engineers, makers and creators, Asgardia is nothing. With an educated society, anything is possible. Being able to see skill sets across the nation of Asgardia, can help allocate skills to specific projects, identify short falls in skills needed, help make allocations to strengthen and widen skill sets. Education is key to the success of our nation!

7.Equity and Resources

Making sure Asgardia is sustainable and able to survive as a nation, OD about the resources available to the nation is important. Not only to identify shortages, but spot trends within the nation and create opportunities to increase trade. Knowing what the nation needs and what the nation has will benefit all.

8. Administrative

The tracking of changes made within Asgardia, with regards to who made, what was changed and why the change was made, will add much accountability and severity to the change. If questioned about any of the changes, those accountable must to able to answer. This increases transparency, decreases hidden agendas and corruption.

Part 2 and 3: Data Storage and Data Usage

Part 2 and part 3 is open to discussion, but a discussion that needs to be held. I call upon those with skills surrounding data to give their input and help plan, design, implement and maintain a safe and secure environment for this data. Through the use of the latest technology, I’m 100% positive we can create a viable solution, adding to the value of Asgardia.

Conclusion:

Data is important. We live in a society where making informed decisions is vital, especially when decisions will impact the lives of ordinary Asgardians. Data is my passion, and I work with data every day of the week, whether in my private life or in my professional life.

If you agree with what I have to say, I ask that you vote me in the elections.

https://asgardia.space/en/blog/candidate/335572-3379-using-data-to-make-informed-decisions/

Click Here for My Candidate Page

We can all agree that this a great chance for a new beginning, a second chance at how life should be on earth, UNITED TOGTHER, through PEACE and combining our GREAT minds in to something useful. FOCUSING on our future and looking for the next best steps through technology and  efficiency.

Now more than ever, we must remember that by uniting we can achieve more than when we stand divided.

We now have a opportunity to create a society where human values for every citizen is prioritised over greed of the powerful few, a society that celebrates the diverse race & religions of the Earth whilst not forgetting we are all united by our common species. Together we can ensure that everyone is cared for in their hour of need and no one is left without access to basic human priveledges . Working together to organise the services Asgardia needs we have the opportunity to show the rest of the world how a fair society looks like.

Together we cancherry pick all of humanity greatest successes so that every Asgardian can access. By promoting the constitution of Asgardia through peace, love and science we can decrease the amount of injustices of the world for our future generations by following our example.

Vote for me and I will serve you  as your member of parliament to ensure Asgardia is realised, so that one day our future generations can stand on the new structures looking down at our wonderous Blue Marble to serve as inspiration for our expansion into the universe.

I am not your normal politician. I hate the way main stream politicians conduct themselves. I am a doer, realist, and fighter. I will leave the large strategic problems to the experts in the Trendsetters and Strategists. What's more important to me are the smaller things we have to bare whilst the bigger problems are being sorted. Let me fight to make your lives more comfortable on Asgardia.

Sometimes the things that really matter to people are the small things, the irks, the 'that gets on my nerves' sort of small things. If these things were taken seriously and dealt with, the bigger problems that can't be solved for years become easier to bare. The small things are what make people happy and what makes life a more comfortable place to be.

Whilst we try to fix the bigger multi-year, massive budget problems let me also make your day a better one.

Let me know your 'small things' that can help you tolerate life's bigger issues and help you smile more. I promise to help make these small differences happen for you.

So, one of the main concerns facing Asgardia is actually getting people and cargo into orbit. We can't rely solely on other private spaceflight companies, as that would be too expensive. So, my feeling is that we're going to have to build and launch our own spacecraft.

Luckily, Blue Origin are already manufacturing an engine that will suit our needs perfectly: the BE-4.

https://www.blueorigin.com/be4

Although Blue Origin's main client is the United Launch Alliance, they have said that engine will be commercially available to other companies:

http://www.thespacereview.com/article/2605/1

Most rocket engines use kerosene as fuel, but the BE-4 uses methane instead, making it similar to SpaceX's Raptor engines. This is good because we can easily make methane ourselves via the Sabatier process (CO2+H2 = CH4+H2O). We just buy an island out in the middle of a large body of water (providing us with a plentiful supply of hydrogen and oxygen) and build Sabatier, electrolysis and CO2 scrubbing machines on it. This will not only benefit us, but it could help combat climate change as well.

Plus, we could also earn ourselves a little extra capital by launching payloads into orbit for other clients.

Thoughts?

Hello Asgardians!

I have just posted in the Civic.Asgardia sub forum about community input for Massive Open Online Courses. The post will be open for a month before being locked and compiled. The thread can be found HERE

Hello Asgardians!

I have just put up a post in the Administrative Affairs subforum asking for community input on MOOCs. The post will be open for a month before being locked, and compiled for development. For your convenience, the link to the post is HERE

Hello Asgardians!

I have just put up a post in the Administrative Affairs subforum asking for community input on MOOCs. The post will be open for a month before being locked, and compiled for development. For your convenience, the link to the post is HERE

Hello Asgardians!

Some of you may remember there was a discussion a while ago about Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs).

We are currently looking for community feedback, that way we can make sure it suits the needs of our nation!

I will be opening this up for discussion for one month from todays date. This post will be locked on 6th May 2017, and suggestions will be compiled. Things to start thinking about:

1. What do you believe constitutes a MOOC
2. What will the end result look like?
3. How will it benefit the community of Asgardia?
4. When/how are we going to develop this?
5. Why do you believe this is being done?
6. How will it be different from the other Online/free courses available today?
7. How will it be run?
8. Will there be different levels of learning? i.e. grade school vs university/college
9. Will it be free, or should there be a subscription per month/year that allows unlimited courses?
10. What types of programs can we provide? Will it be purely scientific, or is there room for the development of arts, music, theology, marketing programs?
11. Is there a possibility for a mentorship program

I understand this is a lot to think of, so take your time! Civic.Asgardia looks forward to hearing your suggestions

Regards,

Dominic Sturt

Civic.Asgardia Projects Coordinator

Hello Asgardians!

The second round of project proposal submissions has now opened. It will run until June 30th, members are encouraged to get community input to assist with proposals.

A handy guide to project proposals, and the submission rounds can be found here

For anyone that has an idea, but feel that it is not ready for community input you can request development assistance. Details of how to do that are also in the guide above.

I look forward to working with you this submission round!

Dominic Sturt

Civic.Asgardia Projects Coordinator

Hey everyone,

I am the Projects Coordinator for Civic.Asgardia, recently we launched a team on the Berkeley Institute servers to assist with scientific research and development.

We have been doing really well, but we need your help! It would be awesome if you could donate your computers unused processing power to scientific research.

All the information you need to get started is right here:

https://asgardia.space/en/page/chronicles/Civic-Asgardia-for-Boinc-Project

Greetings, Comrades

My name is Luke, and I am writing this message to introduce myself to the community!

Who am I?

I am a young radical leftist who believes that humanity must do what it can to prevent the space turning into the earth - where resources and people are exploited on a daily basis, and the bourgeoisie who exploit the workers may mass profit at the human and environmental expense - I do not want space to turn out like that. The realm of space - unlike the earth - is the perfect place for socialism to be put in place.

Where am I from?

I was born in England, where I still currently reside, although I may wish to emigrate in the far future (hopeful to Asgardia when it gets set up).

What do I wish to contribute to this project?

I wish to do several matters of interest:

1. The establishment of an Asgardian Communist Party [that - being an unofficial union of communists, socialists, anarchists, leftists, etc., attempting to influence democracy and legaliture through official and unofficial means ]
2. Ensuring the fair protection of environmental galactic resources - both labour and material
3. Ensuring that Asgardia provides Equality for all and that the bourgeoisie do not rule over us all.

It is with this that I thank you all for your greetings!

Yours,

Comrade Luke