In episode 161, we’re excited to welcome Alexander Aleksashev-Arno, CEO & Founder of CHOICE, a decentralised community that stands for LGBTQIA+ rights and accelerates the culture of diversity, equity and inclusion through secure and immersive technologies. We discuss their Global Digital Pride campaign, the role of decentralization in empowering activists around the world, how Metaverses, NFTs, and other Web3 primitives can build a more inclusive Web3 & world, and much more.

--Three Key Takeaways--

Metaverses can be valuable tools to create safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ people around the world. The ability to choose how you share your identity on line, and the option to remain anonymous are helpful for individuals from regions that criminalize LGBTQIA+ communities. They can also help connect LGBTQIA+ people from around the world, and provide opportunities for them to celebrate their identity, especially for those who live in areas where it is unsafe to celebrate publicly.
NFTs can be a valuable way for traditionally underserved artists to bypass gatekeepers and middlemen, bring their art directly to the community, and connect with new audiences. It can also be a helpful fundraising tool for nonprofits and LGBTQIA+ audience, while giving artists a new medium to express themselves and celebrate their identities.
To build a more inclusive Web3, it’s important to start at the individual level by participating in inclusive spaces and communities like CHOICE, educating oneself on the challenges and barriers facing LGBTQIA+ communities, and ensuring diverse voices are represented at the table. By doing this, we can help embed the values of equity and inclusion into the foundation of Web3.

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