Scroll DAO Delegate Accelerator Program – Execution Plan
With the Scroll DAO Delegate Accelerator (D/Acc) proposal officially passed, we’re moving into execution mode.
This post details the preliminary execution plan for the Scroll Delegate Accelerator Program, its timeline, curriculum structure, contributor roles, application flow, evaluation metrics, and budget disbursement. Built through months of collaboration and community input, D/Acc is a strategic investment in Scroll’s long-term governance infrastructure, designed to equip a new generation of informed, context-rich, and committed delegates and governors. Through a rigorous curriculum, practical assignments, and structured assessments, the program will diversify delegate participation and expand active, accountable voting power across the DAO.
Applications are now open.
If you’re a builder, contributor, researcher, or governance-curious community member looking to meaningfully shape Scroll’s future, this is your invitation.
Apply to the Scroll Delegate Accelerator by June 23, 2025
Total Timeline: ~15 weeks
- 2 weeks: Setup & Project Planning
- 4–5 weeks: Curriculum Development
- 8 weeks: Program Delivery (with one prep week)
- Wrap-Up: Final Assessments, Retrospectives, and Reporting
Phase 1: Planning & Infrastructure Setup (Weeks 1–2)
Status: Complete 
Objective:
Establish the foundation for program operations, documentation, coordination, and accountability.
Key Deliverables:
Program Structure & Team Coordination
- Stakeholder kickoff call with all facilitators, curriculum developers, and partners
- Final confirmation of headcount across workstreams
Workstream Leads
- Program Management & Ops: StableLab
- Curriculum Development: SEEDGov
- Assessments & Evaluation: Factory Labs
- Communications: Scroll Foundation, StableLab, SEEDGov
Contributor disclaimer: The final contributor list may differ from the initial proposal as capacity is confirmed.
Documentation & Project Management
- Notion Hub is configured and published
- A project tracker with a timeline view and task assignments is set up in Notion Hub
- Asynchronous status check-ins and recurring synchronous coordination meetings are scheduled across workstreams
Program Metrics & KPI Definitions
To measure the impact and effectiveness of the Delegate Accelerator Program, the following KPIs will be used during and after program delivery. These metrics reflect participant engagement, program influence on governance dynamics, and the quality of contributions to the DAO.
1. Delegate Retention Rate (Forum)
Definition: Percentage of program participants who remain active in the Scroll governance forum over a 3-month period post-program.
Active Threshold: Minimum of 4 meaningful forum engagements per month (e.g., feedback on proposals, creation of new discussion threads, rationale write-ups, or contribution to ongoing governance debates).
2. Delegate Retention Rate (Votes)
Definition: Percentage of program participants who participate in onchain governance within 3 months of graduating.
Active Threshold: At least 80% voting participation rate across governance proposals during the 3-month window.
3. Increase in Total SCR Delegated
Definition: Total net SCR newly delegated to program graduates within 3 months post-program.
Purpose: Tracks community and institutional confidence in delegate capabilities.
4. Change in Votable Supply
Definition: Net increase in total SCR that is either directly voted or delegated within Scroll governance compared to the program start baseline.
Purpose: Serves as an indicator of activated participation and governance legitimacy.
Application System
- Application form launched via DeForm
- Evaluation rubric published
- Participant onboarding workflow designed
Comms Strategy
- Public announcement post and application CTA
- Supporting resources and FAQs published
- Comprehensive marketing push across Scroll and program partner channels
Phase 2: Curriculum Development, Application Review, Selection and Onboarding (Weeks 3–7)
Status: In Progress 
Objective:
Develop a Scroll-specific, action-oriented curriculum that integrates protocol fluency with applied governance practice, while simultaneously selecting and onboarding a diverse, high-potential cohort of delegates to participate in the program.
Application & Selection Flow
Over this phase, the core team will manage all recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes for the inaugural Delegate Accelerator cohort.
Application Period
- Open: June 9, 2025
- Close: June 23, 2025 ~ midnight EST
- Apply here via DeForm
- Notion Program Hub
Review & Selection
- Review Window: June 23–27
- A selection committee composed of facilitators and contributors will score applications based on the criteria below.
- Finalists will be notified and onboarded via orientation materials during Week 0.
Application Criteria
Applicants will be selected based on the following dimensions:
- Scroll Ecosystem Alignment
- Demonstrated interest in Scroll’s governance, tech stack, or community
- Prior contributions (technical, community, or governance) are a plus
- Motivation & Intent
- Clarity of purpose and alignment with Scroll’s decentralization goals
- Clear intention to continue contributing to Scroll governance post-program
- Availability & Commitment
- Estimated 4–6 hrs/week during the 8-week program
- Willingness to complete assignments and participate in live sessions
- Diversity of Perspective
- Priority given to underrepresented voices across geography, discipline, or ideology
- Location & Language Diversity
- Global representation to support broader ecosystem participation
- Relevant Experience
- Previous DAO governance, technical contributions, or community leadership, previous experience participating in Web3 learning cohorts
- Professional background with demonstrated learning agility and curiosity
Curriculum Timeline & Module Overview
Each week includes an asynchronous module release, required readings, a live session (featuring a Kahoot quiz or interactive component), and a hands-on assessment or assignment.
Week 0 – Program Launch (Onboarding and Orientation)
Led by: Scroll Foundation
- Introduction to program format, expectations, and learning goals
- Participant onboarding and networking
- Distribution of baseline assessments and resources
Week 1 – Unfolding Scroll
Curriculum Devs: Eugene & Jamilya (Scroll Gov)
This module sets the foundation for Scroll-native governance.
Topics include:
- Scroll’s philosophy, values, and governance vision
- Overview of key stakeholders: DAO, Foundation, Delegates, Security Council, Local Nodes
- Scroll Constitution and the CoCreation Cycle
- Governance tools and the voting cycle
- Key initiatives: Growth RFIs, governance recognition, votable supply
Week 2 – All Things Governance
Curriculum Devs: Nneoma (StableLab) & Abidemi
This week answers the core question: what is governance and why does it matter?
Topics include:
- Governance models: representative, direct, liquid
- On-chain vs off-chain coordination
- Governor contracts and how they function
- Technical governance infrastructure at Scroll
- Critical path dependencies between governance and protocol development
Week 3 – Scroll: A Native zkEVM Layer 2 for Ethereum
Curriculum Devs: Tino (SEEDGov)
This module connects Scroll’s technical foundation to its governance potential.
Topics include:
- What does “Native zkEVM L2” actually mean?
- Ethereum’s scaling roadmap and the rollup-centric future
- Types of rollups and zk-proof systems
- Scroll’s design choices and tradeoffs
- L2Beat’s Stage Framework and Scroll’s status within it
Week 4 – Growth: DAOs as Financial Agents
Curriculum Dev: Matt (Factory Labs)
A two-part deep dive on how DAOs deploy capital and shape ecosystems.
Topics include:
- Capital stewardship in DAOs
- Treasury management and grant frameworks
- Protocol-owned liquidity and sustainable incentives
- How governance can unlock adoption, integrations, and ecosystem maturity
Week 5 – Strategic Governance for Growth
Curriculum Devs: Kene (StableLab), Kevin & Alex (Proxy)
This module explores DAO-to-DAO diplomacy and long-term value creation.
Topics include:
- Overview of strategic governance initiatives (e.g., Index Coop, Curve Wars, Aave Metagov)
- Case studies in revenue-sharing and partnership deals
- Negotiation tactics and coordination frameworks
- Leveraging Scroll’s position in the L2 landscape to co-create value
Week 6 – A Useful Approach to Metrics
Curriculum Devs: Sov & Rohit (Open Source Observer)
This module makes the case for data-informed governance.
Topics include:
- Metrics as governance inputs and accountability tools
- Navigating the trade-offs of quantitative metrics
- Key indicators: proposal engagement, grant ROI, and votable supply movement
- Practical application of metrics for delegates
Week 7 – Proposals: Development and Evaluation
Curriculum Dev: Connor (Network Goods Institute) & Bitblondy
This final module equips delegates with the tools to write and assess impactful proposals.
Topics include:
- Templates and standards for proposals
- Issue framing, problem statements, and solution modelling
- How to find alignment with DAO priorities
- The role of negotiation, iteration, and feedback
- Integrating tools like ChatGPT into proposal drafting
- Final assignment: write and evaluate a sample proposal
Note: Final curriculum may differ slightly based on Curriculum Devs’ input over working sessions.
Phase 3: Program Delivery (Weeks 7–15)
Status: Not Started 
Objective:
Deliver the program to the selected cohort and capture insights, engagement, and impact.
Curriculum Delivery Model:
- Weekly asynchronous module release
- Required readings and resources
- Mid-week live session (with Kahoot quiz)
- Weekly assignment or practical task (e.g. mock proposal, vote reasoning, negation game)
- Peer discussion, facilitator feedback, participant tracking
- Final written assesment
Assessment Criteria
During the program, participants will be evaluated weekly across five performance pillars:
- Engagement
Session attendance, responsiveness, and collaboration - Completion of Deliverables
Timely and complete task submissions - Quality of Work
Depth of thought, relevance, and alignment - Initiative & Contribution
Going beyond the minimum, supporting others, adding ideas - Growth & Reflection
Demonstrated learning curve and thoughtful self-assessment
Graduation Requirements
- Complete 100% of deliverables
- Achieve a passing composite evaluation
- Submit a capstone reflection and contribution plan
- Eligible for up to 5,000 SCR delegation and POAP/NFT certification
Phase 4: Wrap-Up Activities
Status: Not Started
- Final cohort evaluation
- Participant retrospectives
- Facilitator debrief
- Compilation of outputs and insights
Financials & Budget Execution
Total budget approved: $90,000 in SCR
- 100,000 SCR for the delegation pool
Disbursement Strategy
- All payments delivered after module development and facilitation completion
- Delegation awarded to top-performing graduates via a transparent review process
Key Resources
To support applicants, contributors, and community members following along, the following resources provide access to all relevant program documentation and updates:
- Notion Hub (Program Home Base)
The centralized workspace for program development, contributor assignments, assessment rubrics, schedules, and program progress. The full program curriculum will be hosted in a closed Notion workspace. - Application Form (DeForm)
This form is open to anyone interested in joining the program as a delegate-in-training. Deadline: June 23, 2025. - Onchain Proposal
The full governance proposal outlining the program’s objectives, structure, and budget - Forum Discussion Thread
The primary thread capturing debate, edits, feedback, and rationale throughout the proposal lifecycle. - Scroll Delegate Training Survey Results
A survey conducted to gather input from Scroll community members, including builders, used to shape the program design and identify key pain points in governance participation. - Factory Labs – VOICE Tool
A structured sentiment platform used to surface feedback from delegates and assess program efficacy through qualitative signals during and after the program.
Key Dates
- Project Plan Publication: Late May – Early June
- Application Period: June 9 – June 23 2025
- Application Review Window: June 23 – June 27 2025
- Curriculum Development & Peer Review: June 9 – July 11 2025
- Program Delivery: July 14 – August 29 2025
- Wrap-Up & Reporting: September 1 – September 5 2025
This thread will remain the canonical record of program development and updates. For any clarifications or follow-ups, please comment below or reach out directly to the program team.
Application Deadline Extended — Now Closing June 27