Donoriatomi

Donoriatomi is a fictional social and ethical framework used in speculative fiction and world-building exercises. It is not a real-world philosophy or movement, and references to it appear primarily in narrative contexts to explore themes of donation, reciprocity, and communal governance.

Concept and principles: Donoriatomi imagines communities organized around voluntary donations of time, goods, or skills, pooled into a common repository or mutual-aid network. Access to resources is based on needs and mutual agreement, rather than price. Decision-making is typically collective, with transparent accounting and consent-based rules that govern resource distribution, credit, and accountability. The framework emphasizes reciprocity—what one gives may be returned in the future—along with non-coercive enforcement and a focus on social trust.

Structure and practice: In depictions, local circles or council bodies manage the network, often supported by a digital ledger or record-keeping system that tracks contributions and access rights. Rituals of sharing and communal care reinforce social ties and signal commitment to the community’s well-being. The model typically envisions low-key governance mechanisms that prioritize inclusivity and participatory oversight.

Variants and critical reception: Some portray donoriatomi as a utopian alternative to market-based systems, while others use it to explore potential tensions, such as power imbalances among prominent donors or governance challenges when scaling. Because it is fictional, usage and implementation details vary across works, and writers may adapt its rules to suit narrative needs.

See also: gift economy, mutual aid, time banking, participatory economics, commons.