Arab Meta Summit - Diversity & Inclusion in the Immersive Web

Diversity & Inclusion in the Immersive Web: A Discussion at the Arab Meta Summit

At the Arab Meta Summit, I had the privilege of joining an esteemed panel on Diversity & Inclusion in the Immersive Web. Together with a group of incredible thought leaders, we delved into the critical topic of how the immersive web can be an inclusive space for everyone, regardless of background, ethnicity, or gender.

The panel featured AMNA USMAN CHAUDHRY, Global Winner of the Woman in Web3.0 Award; Dr. Luise Frohberg, Founder of TAARA Quest; Gaby K. Slezák, Co-Founder at UNYTED; and Hasan Dayoub, Senior Product Manager at Future LabY. Each of us shared our unique perspectives on how to foster a more inclusive environment within virtual worlds.

Our discussion focused on what global diversity truly means in the context of the immersive web and how virtual experiences can be used as a tool to enhance real-life identities. By exploring the potential of roleplaying and avatar creation, we looked at how individuals can express themselves in ways that reflect their true selves while also embracing new, empowered forms of representation.

The immersive web holds enormous potential to create new opportunities for diversity, equity, and inclusion, but it requires intentional design and active participation from global communities to ensure that these virtual spaces reflect the richness of our real-world diversity. As we continue to build and engage in the immersive web, it’s crucial that we prioritize creating environments where everyone feels seen, valued, and represented.

This session at the Arab Meta Summit was a reminder of the power of virtual spaces in shaping the future of inclusive digital engagement and cultural representation. I’m excited to be part of the conversation about how we can make the immersive web a more diverse and inclusive space for all.