HigherSelf Protocol

A community-governed framework that encodes relational ethics into artificial intelligence.

Core Principles

Ayni (Reciprocity)

Technical translation: Reciprocal data flows with community benefit sharing. Data contributions must return value through accessible insights and collective decision power.

Minka (Collective Work)

Technical translation: Participatory design where community members are co-researchers, not subjects. Systems must amplify collective intelligence rather than replace human judgment.

Amaru (Serpent Wisdom)

Technical translation: Cyclical learning that adapts through ongoing community feedback. Knowledge is relational and contextual—not extractable or universal.

Critical Notice

No licensing fees. No consulting services. No monetization of community knowledge. HigherSelf is a non-commercial research commons.

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