Features
-- A comprehensive governance toolkit designed for complex, distributed organizations. -
-Advanced Voting Methods
-- Different decisions require different methods. Likwid supports multiple voting systems, - each implemented as a plugin that communities can enable based on their needs. -
-Schulze Method
- Condorcet-consistent -- Finds the option that would beat every other option in a head-to-head comparison. - Ideal for elections and decisions where finding a true consensus winner matters. -
-STAR Voting
- Score + Runoff -- Score Then Automatic Runoff. Voters rate each option 0-5, then the top two - advance to an instant runoff. Balances preference intensity with broad support. -
-Quadratic Voting
- Intensity-weighted -- Voters spend "voice credits" on options they care about. The cost increases - quadratically, so expressing strong preference costs more. Reveals preference intensity. -
-Ranked Choice
- Instant Runoff -- Voters rank options in order of preference. If no option has a majority, - the lowest-ranked is eliminated and votes transfer. Continues until a winner emerges. -
-Approval Voting
- Simple multi-select -- Voters approve or disapprove each option. The option with the most approvals wins. - Simple, resistant to strategic voting, good for quick decisions. -
-Liquid Delegation
-- Not everyone can participate in every decision. Liquid delegation lets members - delegate their voice while retaining control. -
-Scoped Delegation
-- Delegate your voice globally or within a specific community to people you trust. - You can always vote directly and override your delegation. -
-Transitive Chains
-- Your delegate can further delegate to their trusted experts, creating chains - of trust. Cycle detection ensures no infinite loops. -
-Always Revocable
-- Override any delegation by voting directly. Revoke delegation at any time. - Your voice remains under your control. -
-Transparent Networks
-- See delegation relationships (with privacy controls). Understand who influences - decisions and how trust flows through the community. -
-Structured Deliberation
-- Good decisions require good discussion. Likwid structures deliberation to ensure - informed, inclusive, and productive conversations. -
-Inform
-- Proposals enter an inform phase. Members read the proposal, supporting documents, - and context before discussion begins. Optional read-time requirements ensure engagement. -
-Discuss
-- Structured discussion with facilitator tools. Comments can be organized, - constructive input surfaced, and concerns identified. Small group breakouts for complex topics. -
-Decide
-- Voting opens after adequate deliberation. Clear deadlines, reminder notifications, - and results calculated using the community's chosen method. -
-Facilitator Tools
-Designated facilitators can organize discussions, highlight key points, and manage conversation flow.
-Configurable Phases
-Set minimum and maximum durations for each phase. Extend deadlines when needed.
-Notification System
-Members receive timely notifications about proposals, phase transitions, and voting deadlines.
-Amendment Process
-Proposals can be amended during deliberation based on feedback, with clear change tracking.
-Transparent Moderation
-- Every community needs moderation. Likwid makes moderation visible, accountable, - and auditable—building trust through transparency. -
-Public Moderation Ledger
-- Every moderation action is logged with who took it, what rule was violated, - what evidence supported the decision, and what content was affected. - No shadow banning. No hidden removals. -
-Cryptographic Audit Trail
-- The moderation ledger is cryptographically chained. Each entry references - the previous one, making retroactive alteration detectable. Integrity you can verify. -
-Rule-Based Actions
-- Communities define their moderation rules. Actions reference specific rules, - creating consistency and enabling appeals based on documented standards. -
-Separate Identities
-- Civic identity (who you are in discussions) and voting identity (how you voted) - are separated. Participate openly while maintaining ballot secrecy. -
-Plugin Architecture
-- Likwid is modular by design. Every major component is a plugin that can be - enabled, disabled, or customized per community. -
-Voting Plugins
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- Approval Voting -
- Ranked Choice -
- Schulze Method -
- STAR Voting -
- Quadratic Voting -
Feature Plugins
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- Liquid Delegation -
- Structured Deliberation -
- Moderation Ledger -
- Federation -
- Conflict Resolution -
Integration Plugins
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- GitLab Integration -
- Matrix Chat -
- Webhook Notifications -
- OAuth Providers -
- Custom Workflows -
- Communities enable only the plugins they need. Platform administrators control - which plugins are available. Third-party plugins extend functionality further. -
-Federation
-- Connect communities across instances while maintaining autonomy. - Share decisions, coordinate actions, and build networks of trust. -
-Cross-Instance Coordination
-Communities on different Likwid instances can federate, sharing proposals and decisions.
-Trust Levels
-Configure trust levels for federated instances. Control what information is shared and how.
-Autonomy Preserved
-Each community maintains control over its own governance. Federation is cooperative, not hierarchical.
-Network Effects
-Federated communities can coordinate across geographic or functional boundaries.
-See It In Action
-- The best way to understand Likwid is to experience it. Explore our demo instance - with pre-populated communities and governance history. -
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