Decentralization Efforts Beyond DCOs

In addition to forming a DCO, here are practical steps to decentralize power, resources, and resilience in your community—start now!

• Build Local Mutual Aid Networks: Share resources like food or tools directly with neighbors—create a Telegram group (e.g., “FTJ My Community Neighborhood Swap”) to coordinate swaps and support.

• Learn and Teach Practical Skills: Master gardening, first aid, or repairs via online guides—share tutorials in a Telegram channel and host local skill-sharing meetups.

• Establish Alternative Communication Channels: Set up CB radios or walkie-talkies as backups—use a Telegram group to plan a “radio network” (e.g., “FTJ My Community Channel 5 at 8 PM”).

• Secure Local Food Systems: Grow or stockpile food independently—connect with farmers or share seeds via Telegram posts to build local supply resilience.

• Create Decentralized Energy Solutions: Invest in solar panels or generators—share DIY power tips in Telegram groups to reduce grid dependence.

• Form Barter and Trade Systems: Trade goods and services without cash—start a Telegram “Barter Network” group to list offers (e.g., “Fix bikes for eggs”).

• Strengthen Physical Community Spaces: Secure safe hubs for meeting or storage—map locations on Telegram and stock them with essentials.

• Document and Share Critical Information: Save key resources (e.g., maps, manuals) offline—download now and share via Telegram, then print backups.

Practice Self-Defense and Security: Learn self-defense from online videos—form a Telegram neighborhood watch group to coordinate protection efforts.

Decentralization efforts Beyond DCO's