### CeLatam is dedicated to driving the adoption and integration of Web3 technologies across Latin America, with a strong focus on supporting the Celo ecosystem.

Following our mission of supporting the onboard Latam founders & enthusiasts to Web3 

Since our launch at the Kolektivo Festival, we have managed to achieve the following: 

- Event Sponsorships: CeLatam sponsored significant events like the Blockchain Summit Latam and Hackathon Web3 Colombia, and the ReFi Summit in Blockchain in Rio, facilitating networking and engagement within the Celo community. These events attracted thousands of participants, amplifying the reach and impact of Celo in the region.

- Governance Experiments: Through initiatives like the Joker Ace governance experiment, CeLatam funded projects that align with Celo's mission, promoting decentralized governance and community-driven innovation.

- Quadratic Funding: Partnering with ReFi DAO, Celo, and Celo Europe DAO, CeLatam supported ReFi local nodes via Gitcoin GG18 round, enhancing the development of regenerative finance projects within the Celo ecosystem.

- CeloIncuba: Our incubation program, CeloIncuba, has advanced Web3 startups across Latin America by providing specialized mentoring, workshops, and a robust network of professionals to latam founders. This program has nurtured promising projects, some of which have progressed to prestigious acceleration programs, underscoring the quality and potential of Celo-integrated startups.

Grants and Research:
CeLatam offers grants for side events at major Web3 conferences and funds research on vital topics such as Regenerative Finance (ReFi), Real World Assets, and Stablecoins. These initiatives drive innovation and provide valuable insights that benefit the broader Celo community.

By fostering a vibrant and inclusive Web3 ecosystem in Latin America, CeLatam significantly supports Celo's mission to create conditions of prosperity for all. 

Our efforts ensure that more entrepreneurs and developers can leverage Celo's technology to drive impactful change in the region.
