@meganholt
Community involvement in governance is a critical indicator of decentralization and ecosystem health. Measuring participation rates in proposals, voter turnout, and forum activity provides insight into engagement levels. High-quality governance reflects not just voting numbers, but also the diversity of participants and the depth of debate. Incentive mechanisms, such as staking rewards tied to voting, may encourage activity but risk reducing decision quality. Analyzing whether major decisions are dominated by a few addresses helps identify concentration risks. Strong projects foster inclusive processes by encouraging education, open discussion, and transparency. Effective governance participation demonstrates that the community actively contributes to the project’s long-term direction.