Relay for Life 2011 is in its closing stages as we speak in Second Life. US$343,000 has been raised at time of writing (71 million Linden dollars) and there's still plenty to see and do. As always musical entertainment is a focus in addition to the relay itself, and there's plenty on offer. If you haven't already, jump in and participate. Even better, add to the donation … [Read more...] about Relay for Life in Second Life: 2011
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Virtual worlds and social good: a striking example
Over the years of covering the virtual worlds industry, one of the highlights has been seeing grass-roots fundraising efforts. Using my own country of Australia as an example, significant amounts of money have been raised for the 2009 Bushfires and this year's series of calamities in Queensland. There's already planning under way for events to support those affected by the … [Read more...] about Virtual worlds and social good: a striking example
Queensland Flood Relief in Second Life
Two years ago, a number of Second Life vendors got together to raise funds for the Victorian Bushfire victims. Thanks to another bunch of dedicated people, coordinated by Brisbane-based Kat Johnston, there are a range of things you can do to raise money for the Queensland Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal. It's all under the banner of Extend A Helping Hand (EAHH), and there's … [Read more...] about Queensland Flood Relief in Second Life
Body image study: last chance for participation
Back in January we promoted a study being undertaken by Doctorate student Jon-Paul Cacioli on body image in virtual worlds (the study participants need to be aged 18 or over and be male). Click here for the survey link The response over recent months has been good be Jon-Paul needs a few more people to take part in the survey: We have introduced an amazon gift voucher of $100 … [Read more...] about Body image study: last chance for participation
Copenhagen, climate change and Second Life
Unless you've avoided all news over the past year or so, you'll have heard about the upcoming United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Copenhagen, which starts on the 7th December and runs through to the 18th December. OneClimate, auspiced by Non-profit organisation OneCLimate, has created Virtual Copenhagen a large exhibition space in Second Life. Aside from … [Read more...] about Copenhagen, climate change and Second Life