This document aligns the proposed gamification features (Point System, Badges, Unlocks, and Leaderboards) for the SKOOL progression with core principles and strategic objectives found within the ECOWAS Vision 2050, the Human Asset Leveraging (HAL) Strategy, and the Regenerative Development (#RD) ethos.
A. Point System: Incentivizing Foundational Principles
Gamification Feature-Alignment with Source Documents (ECOWAS / HAL / RD)
-Quality post (5 points)
Rewards the creation of valuable knowledge, directly supporting Valuing human capital and knowledge development (ECOWAS Pillar 4). This mechanism leverages the Human Asset of Intelligence (Asset #9) for high-quality content and thought leadership, and capitalizes on Ideas (Asset #17) for intellectual property development.
Helping others (3 points)
Directly reinforces the fundamental Regenerative principle of Generosity & Sharing of surplus. This is crucial for Strengthening social cohesion and solidarity (ECOWAS Pillar 5) and builds Relationship Capital by utilizing Contact Lists and Popularity (HAL Assets #11, #12).
Completing modules (10 points)
Directly measures the acquisition of skills and knowledge. This aligns with the ECOWAS Strategic Objective of Valuing human capital and knowledge development, addressing the major regional challenge of weak Human Capital Indices. It also feeds into the cross-cutting theme of Capacity Building.
Sharing wins (7 points)
Promotes demonstrating actionable progress and positive outcomes. This supports the ECOWAS Guiding Principle of Transparency and Accountability in resource management, and aligns with the HAL strategy of transforming negative input (like complaints) into success stories.
1 like / basic actions
Supports general activity and system engagement, reinforcing the importance of sustained presence and participation.
B. Badges to Create: Recognizing Embodiment of Values
Badge Name
Alignment with Source Documents (ECOWAS / HAL / RD)
Helpful Helper (10 helpful comments)
Acknowledges sustained practice of the RD principle of Generosity & Sharing. This supports foundational goals of Social Cohesion (ECOWAS Pillar 5) and leverages assets like Mentoring passion (Asset #20).
Consistency King/Queen (7-day streak)
Reinforces the necessary discipline to counteract socio-economic challenges in the ECOWAS region, such as vulnerable jobs and low productivity, which require sustained effort to overcome.
Wealth Warrior (share investment win)
Rewards demonstration of quantifiable financial capacity, actively addressing the ECOWAS challenge of low domestic savings. This aligns with achieving Foundational Security Finance (RD).Community Champion (refer new member)
Directly supports organizational growth and network expansion, capitalizing on the Human Assets of Contact Lists (Asset #11) and Popularity (Asset #12) to build relationship capital.
Knowledge Seeker (complete 5 modules)
Recognizes commitment to continuous learning and upskilling, central to improving Human Capital Indices (ECOWAS Pillar 4) and fulfilling the mandate of Capacity Building.
First Post Badge
Encourages initial participation, establishing a stake in the community needed for Social Cohesion (ECOWAS Pillar 5).
C. Exclusive Unlocks by Level: Aligning Rewards with Strategic Development
Exclusive Unlock
Aligned Progression Goal (Source Context)
Level 5+: Weekly group calls
Provides a structured environment for initial knowledge application and collective learning, fulfilling the need for robust learning resources emphasized in the ECOWAS framework. Supports initial phases of Relationship Capital development (HAL).
Level 8+: Monthly portfolio reviews
Rewards successful acquisition of investment fundamentals by embedding a system of Transparency and Accountability. Allows the community to leverage collective Intelligence (Asset #9) for sophisticated investment decision making (HAL).
Level 12+: Quarterly strategy sessions
Rewards advanced strategy mastery (Alternative Wealth) by focusing on high-level planning. These sessions facilitate the refinement of ideas (HAL Asset #17) and help members prepare to establish ethical economic ventures like Humanitarian Social Enterprises (HSEs).
Level 16: Annual mastermind retreat
Designates graduates as leaders prepared to drive Legacy Planning and global impact. Attainment of this level implies capacity to adhere to the highest regenerative ethic: “Let money serve love. Let work serve wisdom.”. This aligns with the aspirational scenario of ECOWAS becoming the "Torch of Africa".
D. Leaderboard Categories: Measuring Regenerative Success
Leaderboard Category
Metric & Justification
Most Helpful (based on helpful reactions)
Measures Generosity and Social Capital: Places the highest value not on accumulation, but on the contribution to the network, reflecting the RD principle of Generosity & Sharing over worship of wealth.
Most Consistent (daily activity streak)
Measures Discipline and Reliability: Tracks the dedication required to consistently pursue financial stability and manage complex ventures, necessary for long-term viability in any development plan. Top Contributor (quality posts + engagement) Measures Intellectual Value and Network Influence: Incentivizes the continuous application of Intelligence (Asset #9) and the development of Creative Content (Asset #8), thereby accelerating knowledge creation within the community (ECOWAS Pillar 4).
Wealth Builder (progress sharing)
Measures Practical Accountability and Results: Rewards the demonstration of real-world success, reinforcing the dual commitment to personal achievement (Foundational Security) and collective transparency (ECOWAS Guiding Principle).