Enhancing Human Connection in the Physical World with XR

Join Athena Demos and Scarlett Kim as they present actionable strategies for enriching human experiences in the XR omniverse. Attendees will learn how to adapt techniques from large-scale events and theatrical productions to foster engagement and connectedness in XR, leaving with practical tools to create impactful digital experiences. This talk also discusses how to build communities in the metaverse that strengthen real-world communities.

Demos and Kim will draw on their projects as diverse case studies of immersive environments where physical and digital realities intersect. Demos breaks down key elements to the community building success of BRCvr, an official virtual Burning Man experience and other award-winning projects. Kim discusses her work with Culture House Immersive building a national ecosystem of original and licensed immersive experiences, and other location-based and XR projects focused on collective impact.