Welcome to Wamotopia, a gathering at a pivotal crossroads in human history. We gather here not just to celebrate or reflect but to actively engage in shaping the future. Wamotopia is more than a gathering; it's a symposium of minds and hearts, a confluence of ideas and dreams, where each of us plays a crucial role in defining the trajectory of our collective journey.
We stand at a unique juncture, where the burgeoning potential of frontier technologies like AGI and Web3 intersects with art, humanity and scientific knowledge. Technologies, especially the recent development of AGI, offer us a glimpse into a society that is more liberated, more connected, yet there are also present challenges – AI safety issues, ecological concerns, and the need for effective coordination. In the most critical moment of humanity, the future history of Earth is being written, and it is in our hands.
Wamotopia is our call to action. It's an invitation to everyone who sees the importance of discussing, raising awareness, and envisioning the future. How do we wish to live, enjoy life, express ourselves, and create a better culture, in a future where labors are no longer needed? How can we restructure our society better, in the era of abundance? These are the questions we come together to explore.
Yet, as we embark on this quest, we must tread carefully, aware of the delicate balance that holds our world together. The prospect of a dystopian future, where technology and narratives overpower humanity or leads us astray, looms as a stark reminder of the responsibility that comes with creation. Our gathering at Wamotopia is a pledge – a pledge to steer our collective future towards the light of humanity and away from the shadows of destruction.
In this gathering, we delve into how we can leverage technologies, art, narratives, and innovative social structures to shape a better, more inclusive collective future. We ponder over creating the most imaginative and inspiring community spaces – to find and forge a path to a future where freedom, prosperity, and peace are not just ideals, but lived experiences. We envision a world where challenges like cancer are conquered, where necessities, longevity and health are accessible to all, and where society harmonizes in a symphony of diverse voices and dreams.
Here, we unite under the principle of positive externalities, seeking answers together, dreaming together, and building together. It's a platform where we deliberate not just on whether to turn our future into utopia or distopia, but on how to stride confidently towards a world that resonates with our deepest values, freedom and prosperity.
In this gathering, every conversation, every shared experience, every act of kindness, is a ripple in the pond of positive change. We celebrate not just the grand gestures but the subtle ones too – the small acts that collectively shape a culture of positivity and goodwill.
"A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality” — John Lennon
Wamotopia is our collective canvas, and each of us holds a brush. Whether through vibrant strokes of action or delicate touches of awareness and presence, we are all painting a picture of a future that is not just hopeful but taking shape in the here and now. Let's cherish every moment, every connection, every insight, knowing that by simply being part of Wamotopia, by co-learning, co-building, living well and spreading joy, we are contributing to a brighter, more beautiful world.
All Wamotopia material will be a Free Cultural Work(CC0). This means that anyone can freely remix, distribute, these contents and ideas based on their understanding, without permission or payment. Feel free to fork, create your own version of wamotopia and share it with the world.
We are about to embark on a journey and hope you will join us. From December 16, 2023, participants of Wamotopia – the Wamians – will carry their aspirations, explorations, and actions for the future world. Together, we will envisage the future, celebrate the new year, and co-create theme camps, building prototypes of our imagination and actions for the future.
Wamotopia is a cultural emergence born from a shared creation of theme camps and events. Continuing the decentralized, permissionless organization style of the Summer of Wamo, theme camps and activities are spontaneously initiated by participants based on consensus. Meanwhile Wamotopia preparation team will provide infrastructure and public goods in the form of theme camps. Each camp will present a unique public space and vibe.