> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://developer.gaianet.ai/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://developer.gaianet.ai/about-gaianet/governance-process.md).

# Governance Process

At Gaia, our community is not just a group of users; they are co-creators of the ecosystem. We empower our community to shape the future of AI-driven solutions by providing them with the tools, resources, and support needed to build, deploy, and scale their AI agents. Through initiatives like our global hackathon series, open-source contributions, and governance participation, community members have the opportunity to influence the direction of Gaia’s development. This decentralized approach to innovation ensures that the platform evolves in a way that reflects the diverse needs and values of its users, creating a more inclusive and adaptable ecosystem in their parts of the world.