Please describe your proposed solution.

1. Report the problem:

• Current status of the Vietnamese community participating in the Catalyst project: Currently, the Vietnamese community is facing difficulties in transmitting and participating in the Catalyst project's activities on the Cardano blockchain platform.

Importance of community and developer involvement in Catalyst: Community and developer engagement is critical to generating diversity of opinions, discovering new ideas, and evaluating project proposals project on the Cardano network.

• The basis (reason) for the solution: To promote the participation of Vietnamese people in the Catalyst project, a solution is needed to provide information, create connections, and encourage participation. of the Vietnamese community.

2. Target audience of the CatalystTalk proposal for Vietnamese: The CatalystTalk proposal targets both the Vietnamese community and developers interested in Cardano and the Catalyst project. In addition, it will also attract newcomers to Catalyst and Cardano.

3. Impact of the proposed CatalystTalk direction for Vietnamese people: The CatalystTalk proposal will bring positive impacts to Vietnamese people by:

• Create a specialized communication platform to share information, opinions, and comments about projects on Cardano.
• Encourage participation and suggestions from the Vietnamese community, helping them feel interested and responsible in developing the Cardano ecosystem.
• Create favorable conditions for Vietnamese developers to participate in the process of proposing, reviewing, and voting for projects in Catalyst.
• This proposal is also an agent to expand the Cardano community, building a quality Vietnamese Cardano community that can integrate with the global Cardano community.

4. Unique feature of CatalystTalk organization solution for Vietnamese people: CatalystTalk will provide an open, reputable, quality online forum for Vietnamese users, providing diverse and detailed information about projects, and provide opportunities for them to discuss, ask questions, and provide input.

5. Who will benefit from the CatalystTalk Proposal for Vietnamese and how important it is to the Cardano ecosystem: The Vietnamese community, including users and developers will benefit from CatalystTalk. This proposal is important for the Cardano ecosystem because it creates favorable conditions for the Vietnamese community to participate and contribute to the development of Cardano, while increasing the interaction and development of the project on the Internet.

How does your proposed solution address the challenge and what benefits will this bring to the Cardano ecosystem?

The proposed CatalystTalk solution for Vietnamese solves the challenge by providing a multi-way communication and communication channel, allowing the Vietnamese community to participate in Catalyst project activities on Cardano. This brings the following benefits to the Cardano ecosystem:

1. Increase participation: CatalystTalk will attract and encourage the Vietnamese community to participate in the process of proposing, evaluating, and voting for projects in Catalyst.
2. Building a community network: CatalystTalk will create a connection between developers, users, and members of the Vietnamese community.
3. Generating new ideas: CatalystTalk will act as a forum for Vietnamese to discuss, share ideas, and get feedback from the community.
4. Raise awareness about Cardano: CatalystTalk will help increase awareness about Cardano in the Vietnamese community, and create interest and trust in this ecosystem.
5. The reason we submitted a proposal in Challenge Catalyst Open: This is the idea of hosting an online event, increasing interaction with questions from the community, it does not match the criteria in other Challenges in fund 10.

The CatalystTalk proposal for Vietnamese promises to attract people to the community and contribute to the Cardano ecosystem. During the proposed implementation period of 3 months with 6 talks with 6 topics and 6 republished videos, the average number of people participating in the sharing session is 50-70/session, and each published video will attract (at least) 600 hits/video/6 months and maybe more after 3 months. This will create significant growth in the number of users and developers from Vietnam. Mass participation will contribute to the diversity and growth of the Cardano ecosystem.

How do you intend to measure the success of your project?

1. Describe and measure the benefits of the CatalystTalk proposal for Vietnamese people for the Cardano ecosystem:

• Number of new users: Measure the number of Vietnamese people participating in CatalystTalk, and assess the growth and size of the community.
• Number of new ideas: Measure the number of new ideas and project proposals raised by Vietnamese people through CatalystTalk.
• Interaction and discussion: Measure the level of interaction and discussion in the Vietnamese community on CatalystTalk, including the number of posts, comments, and reviews.

2. Reasons why the proposed measures are practical:

• Organize 6 talks, share 6 specific topics about Catalyst, and guide the community to participate in Catalyst. In addition, 6 videos recording sharing sessions are published on Youtube, Telegram, and Facebook channels…
• Feedback from the community: Measure feedback and opinions from the Vietnamese community on the practicality and feasibility of the CatalystTalk proposal.
• Technology availability: the ability to quickly deploy sharing sessions, talk via Zoom, Telegram… and the necessary infrastructure to build and maintain CatalystTalk.

3. How the proposed innovation will impact Cardano's productivity and growth in the short and long term:

• The number of New Projects: Measures how the number of members participating in Catalyst in successive funds will increase, the number of new projects proposed and deployed on Cardano after CatalystTalk is adopted, showing growth and ecosystem productivity.
• Community development: Assess the increase and diversity of the Vietnamese community and their participation in activities on Cardano after applying CatalystTalk.

The above measurements clearly show the importance and impact of CatalystTalk for Vietnamese people on the Cardano ecosystem.

Please describe your plans to share the outputs and results of your project?

Our plan to share the output and results of the CatalystTalk project with Vietnamese people includes the following:

1. Output product dissemination plan:

• Organize 6 online sessions: we propose to organize 6 online sessions within 3 months. Each session will focus on a specific topic related to the CatalystTalk proposal for Vietnamese and will be pre-registered to attract participation.
• Publish 6 videos: After each sharing session, we will create a video that summarizes the content and the most important stories from the session. The video will be published and shared on social media channels and the CatalystTalk project website.

2. Share output:

• Shared audience: The videos and content shared will be for the Vietnamese community, including Cardano users, developers, and those who are interested in the development of the Cardano ecosystem.
• Shared media: Videos and shared content will be published on the CatalystTalk project website, and social media channels like Facebook, YouTube, and Telegram. We will also use other important communication channels to ensure the wide spread of the message.

3. Use the output:

• Research activities: Outputs from the CatalystTalk project will be used in research activities related to the development of the Cardano ecosystem. Thoughts, ideas, and feedback from the Vietnamese community will contribute to the understanding and growth of Cardano.
• Further development: The output will provide important information to shape the next development steps of the CatalystTalk project for the Vietnamese people. Feedback from the community will be reviewed and applied to improve the platform and operation of CatalystTalk.

Our goal is to ensure that the output and results of the CatalystTalk project for Vietnamese are widely shared and usefully used to make a positive impact on the Cardano ecosystem.

What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability?

We are able to deliver the CatalystTalk for the Vietnamese project with a high degree of trust and responsibility based on the following factors:

1. Experience and expertise: We have experience participating in Catalyst from fund 4 and have a deep understanding of Catalyst and Cardano. Our team consists of experts in the field, ensuring the ability to provide accurate, reliable, and high-quality content and information about Cardano. We have done many free sharing sessions for the Cardano Vietnam community.

2. Community Building: We have experience in building and managing online communities. We understand how to create an environment of support, respect, and positive interaction within the CatalystTalk for the Vietnamese community.

3. Process of moderation and management: We have experience in building a project management process, which is evidenced by our proposal being funded at fund 7 and completed ahead of schedule. We will apply strict content management and moderation processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of information shared on CatalystTalk for Vietnamese. All content will be thoroughly reviewed before being approved and published.

4. Feedback and improvements: We will listen to feedback and suggestions from users and the community to continuously improve CatalystTalk for Vietnamese. We will take measures to fix the problem quickly and optimize the user experience.

5. Transparency and funding: We have experience in financial management for large corporations, will provide information on funding sources, and manage the provided funds in a transparent and accurate manner. We will ensure responsible and efficient use of financial resources, and provide clear reporting on the use of project funding.

In short, we believe our ability to deliver the CatalystTalk for the Vietnamese project with a high degree of trust and accountability is based on our professional experience, moderation process, management, and interest in opinion user feedback. We are committed to building and maintaining a trusted and high-quality platform for the Cardano community in Vietnam.

However, in the process of implementation, we have anticipated the risks and have the following solutions:

• Risks: Catalyst regulations and criteria are updated regularly
• Solution: We follow up regularly to update the community in the Telegram group or make Podcasts for the community to catch up on.

What are the main goals for the project and how will you validate if your approach is feasible?

1. The goals of the CatalystTalk proposal for Vietnamese people that the topic tries to achieve:

• Organize 6 sharing talks with important and interesting topics and 6 videos to share with the community; there are rewards for community members to participate in sharing.
• Increase community participation: The quantitative goal is to attract at least 400 Vietnamese people to participate in CatalystTalk within 3 months of the proposal. At the same time, the qualitative goal is to create a large, diverse, and active Vietnamese community that participates in activities on the Cardano platform.
• Encourage creative ideas: The quantitative goal is to get at least 18 new ideas and project proposals from the Vietnamese community. The qualitative goal is to create an environment that encourages and supports the development of ideas and innovative projects on Cardano.
• Create impetus for the development of Cardano: The quantitative goal is to have at least 5 projects participating in the proposal for funding from Catalyst thanks to the support and contributions from the Vietnamese community. The qualitative goal is to ensure that Vietnamese participation brings value to the Cardano ecosystem, by enhancing the diversity, quality, and creativity of projects on the platform.

2. How to validate if the goals have been achieved:

• Statistics: We will provide statistics on the number of participants, the number of new ideas, and the number of projects implemented by the Vietnamese community. These numbers will clearly demonstrate that the goal has been achieved and simulate the success of the CatalystTalk proposal for the Vietnamese people.
• Feedback from the community: We will collect feedback from the Vietnamese community about the satisfaction, interaction, and value that CatalystTalk brings to them. Positive feedback and successful shares from the community will be clear proof of our authenticity.

Through the collection and analysis of statistics, as well as the positive feedback from the community, we will validate that the goal has been achieved and demonstrate the feasibility and value of the CatalystTalk proposal to users in Vietnam.

Please provide a detailed breakdown of your project’s milestones and each of the main tasks or activities to reach the milestone plus the expected timeline for the delivery.

Milestones and activities performed for each milestone

1. Phase 1: October 2023

• Marketing CatalystTalk on forums and social platforms like Facebook, Telegram, and Youtube costs 500 ADA
• Organized 2 sessions on Catalyst Project attracting 100 participants. Publish 2 videos about 2 sharing sessions on the Youtube channel (Video is updated on the Youtube channel after 24 hours after sharing session ends, each published video reaches at least 120 views)

+ Time: October 18, 2023;

+ Total cost of phase 1: 5500 ADA, which is 33,33% total budget of the proposal.

2. Phase 2: November 2023

• Marketing CatalystTalk on forums and social platforms like Facebook, Telegram, and Youtube costs 500 ADA
• Organized 2 sessions on Catalyst Project attracting 120 participants. Publish 2 videos about 2 sharing sessions on the Youtube channel (Video is updated on the Youtube channel after 24 hours of sharing session, each published video reaches at least 150 views)

+ Time: November 15, 2023

+ Total cost of phase 2: 5500 ADA, which is 33,33% total budget of the proposal.

3. Phase 3: December 2023

• Marketing CatalystTalk on forums and social platforms like Facebook, Telegram, and Youtube costs 500 ADA
• Organized 2 sessions on Catalyst Project attracting 150 participants. Publish 2 videos about 2 sharing sessions on the Youtube channel (Video is updated on the Youtube channel after 24 hours of the sharing session, each published video reaches at least 170 views)

+ Time: December 15, 2023

+ Total cost of phase 3: 5500 ADA, which is 33,33% total budget of the proposal.

The total budget of the proposal: 16500ADA

We will use a rigorous project management process to track progress and hit milestones. Each milestone will be assessed against the stated success criteria. Specific activities and scheduled times are also tracked and adjusted according to the project management process. Expected costs will be considered and specified in the financial means of the project.

A master plan and milestones are identified to ensure the CatalystTalk for the Vietnamese project is implemented in a systematic, progressive, and controlled manner. By following the plan and periodically evaluating, we will ensure the success and efficiency of the project, and provide a reliable and high-quality platform for the Cardano community in Vietnam.

Please describe the deliverables, outputs and intended outcomes of each milestone.

Expected outcomes and progress measurement of the proposal:

1. Engage and engage the community

• Product: Marketing and promotion campaign implemented to attract the Vietnamese community and developers to participate in CatalystTalk. Social media activities, articles, videos, and online events will be implemented.
• Expected outcome: Increased number of members and developers participating in CatalystTalk. The Vietnamese community becomes diverse and active in activities on the platform.

2. Create interaction and share ideas

• Product: Online sessions and videos will be produced and shared. Discussion, commentary, and awareness activities on Catalyst's potential in finding a career position and drawing power from their ideas.
• Expected results: Lively interaction and discussion in sharing sessions and forums. Comments and feedback from the community are collected and contributed to the decision and evaluation of projects on Cardano, members will make suggestions for their ideas with Catalyst.

3. Project implementation and value creation

• Products: Projects proposed on CatalystTalk will be reviewed and implemented. A New product or service will be created, bringing value and a positive impact to the ecosystem.
• Expected results: At least 05 projects from Vietnamese people are proposed in fund 11. The value and impact of these projects contribute to the development and growth of Cardano.

To track project progress, we will use the following metrics and feedback:

• The number of users and developers involved.
• The number of ideas and projects proposed and implemented.
• The interaction and discussion in the CatalystTalk forum.
• Feedback and reviews from the Vietnamese community.

Measurement will be done by collecting statistical data, tracking numbers and feedback from users, and evaluating the completion of milestones in the plan.

All of the above metrics will be uploaded on a sponsored report file.

Please provide a detailed budget breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

The CatalystTalk for Vietnamese proposal will have the following milestones and expected outcomes:

1. Phase 1: October 2023

• CatalystTalk Marketing: 500 ADA
• Organized 2 sessions on Catalyst Project and published 2 videos:

+ Organizer, support for video production, buy Zoom account: 1000 ADA/session * 2 sessions = 2000 ADA

+ Sharer reward: 1500 ADA/session * 2 sessions = 3000 ADA

• The total cost of phase 1: 5500 ADA, which is 33,33% total budget of the proposal.

2. Phase 2: November 2023

• CatalystTalk Marketing: 500 ADA
• Organized 2 sessions on Catalyst Project and published 2 videos:

+ Organizer, support for video production, buy Zoom account: 1000 ADA/session * 2 sessions = 2000 ADA

+ Sharer reward: 1500 ADA/session * 2 sessions = 3000 ADA

• The total cost of phase 2: 5500 ADA, which is 33,33% total budget of the proposal.

3. Phase 3: December 2023

• CatalystTalk Marketing: 500 ADA
• Organized 2 sessions on Catalyst Project and published 2 videos:

+ Organizer, support for video production, buy Zoom account: 1000 ADA/session * 2 sessions = 2000 ADA

+ Sharer reward: 1500 ADA/session * 2 sessions = 3000 ADA

• The total cost of phase 3: 5500 ADA, which is 33,33% total budget of the proposal.

The total budget of the proposal: 16500 ADA

Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

1. Do Viet Cuong

• Competence: Master - High school teacher. Blockchain research since 2017. Having CBCA certificate (Certificate ID: 6491554124aef68319023c7e). Community Development, Cardano Vietnam Community Manager. Content creator and video producer. Participated in the implementation and completion of the funding proposal in Fund 7.
• Tasks: Project Management. Speaker, marketing sharing sessions, organizing and supporting video production of sharing sessions. Project progress report.

2. Nguyen Van Tu

• Competence: Working in the field of education, translation, completed Alpha Cardano Certified Associate (CBCA) Alpha Program 2 (certificate ID: 64898843661a2dbd9402d27b), participated in Blockchain research since 2017.
• Tasks: Develop topic content, Co-speaker, answer community questions and guide the community to participate in Catalyst.

3. Do Manh Hung

• Qualification: Master of Finance. Project management. Cardano Vietnam Community Manager. Blockchain research since 2015. Plutus Pioneer. Programmer. Influence and inspire coaches. Lecturer of the course of FIMI. Being a free sharer directly for the Cardano community in Vietnam since 2018.
• Tasks: Adviser

How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

Our project includes the following main tasks and specific budget allocations:

1. Marketing CatalystTalk sessions 03 campaigns * 500 ADA / campaign: 1500 ADA.

2. Speaker: 1500 ADA/session.

3. Organizer, support, video publisher, buy Zoom account: 1000 ADA

Organize 6 sessions of CatalystTalk * 2750 ADA/session = 16500 ADA

To give the cost for each task and job, we rely on our current costs of organizing an online sharing session with similar sharing sessions in Vietnam. Therefore, we consider the above budget requirement to ensure and promote the value of coins for the Cardano ecosystem.

In order for the cost of the free CatalystTalk project for Vietnamese people to be reasonable and appropriate for the Cardano ecosystem, we apply the following factors:

1. Cost assessment and analysis: We will conduct a detailed assessment of the cost factors associated with the project, including CatalystTalk platform development, marketing and promotion, management, and support user support. From there, we will analyze and estimate the required cost based on the required resources, time, and work.

2. Reconciliation with Existing Financing: We will review Challenge Catalyst Open's available funding to ensure that the project's costs are within our capabilities and in line with available resources.

3. Fairness and transparency: We are committed to ensuring fairness and transparency in the management and use of the project's financial resources. All expenses and financial resources will be recorded and tracked carefully and transparently.

4. Optimizing the use of resources: We will utilize and optimize the use of available resources to minimize costs without affecting the quality and efficiency of the project. This can include using technology efficiently, optimizing workflow, and leveraging community and partner benefits.

We will use the above methods to ensure that the cost of the CatalystTalk project for Vietnamese people is consistent and reasonable with the Cardano ecosystem while optimizing the use of available capital and resources to achieve the best results for the project.