Our Experts and Organizations
Creating a better reality.
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As we stand on the precipice of an era defined by rapid technological advancement, ethical considerations, and the boundless potential of human connection, VWS emerges as a beacon of hope and progress.
What we do:
Virtual World Society provides capacity-building support for organizations and communities that promote universal access to emerging technologies for the betterment of society.
Board of Directors
Tom Furness
Founder, Honorary Board Member
Alvin Graylin
Chairman
Laura Kusumoto
Board Member, Secretary
Trond NilsenÂ
Board Member, Treasurer
Mark Billinghurst
Honorary Board Member
Staff
Melanie Thomas
Admin & Marketing
Our Experts: Our Board of Directors and Science and Ethics Council
Objective: Drive Conversations on Mass Adoption of Emerging Technology: The Society, through its ethical thought leadership, initiates discussions within the industry, science, and research sectors about the mass adoption of emerging technology. The Science and Ethics Council:
• Conducts open-minded inquiries and supports aligned organizations through mentoring.
• Aggregates partner data for insightful end-user revelations.
• Generates enlightening content including reports, videos, talks, and gatherings, focusing on ethical deployment and a humanity-first approach to emerging tech.
Our Partner Organizations: Alliance for Good
Objective: Build Collaborations to Promote Access to Emerging Technology: The Society’s Capacity Building of Social Good Organizations is a robust mentorship initiative designed to enhance the endeavors of organizations utilizing cutting-edge technologies for societal benefit. The program:
• Provides access to industry leaders, intensive mentorship, and strategic resources.
• Explores the intersection of XR, AI, and other emerging technologies.
• Develops strategies for project scaling and assessment frameworks for measuring long-term societal change.
