Web3 and gaming venture capital firm Animoca Brands has collaborated with metaverse architecture and creative agency Smobler to establish the Universal Peace Sanctuary within The Sandbox metaverse.
This virtual project aims to raise awareness about global peace by offering educational experiences related to historical conflicts and their impacts.
It serves as a digital counterpart to the physical Universal Peace Sanctuary currently being constructed in Lumbini, Nepal, providing a platform for users to explore themes of peace and reconciliation.
What is the Universal Peace Sanctuary?
The Universal Peace Sanctuary is a non-profit charitable organization on a mission to encourage reflection on global conflicts and the principles of peace.
It is modeled after the physical sanctuary being built in Lumbini, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of Buddha.
The digital sanctuary, now accessible via The Sandbox, provides interactive experiences designed to illustrate the effects of historical events and promote discussions on how individual actions can contribute to a more peaceful world, offering a space for users to engage with different cultures and perspectives, fostering a deeper understanding of global issues.
What can we expect from this collaboration?
This collaboration between Animoca Brands and Smobler utilizes web3 technology to create an interactive environment within The Sandbox metaverse.
The virtual sanctuary will host events and activities focused on the themes of peace and understanding, such as discussions, cultural explorations, and opportunities for users to participate in symbolic acts or donations.
“The Sanctuary is a place of acceptance, remembrance and engagement,” said Sebastien Borget, Co-founder and COO of The Sandbox. “Our actions in the social and virtual space should matter as much as they do in the physical world.”
As the physical sanctuary continues to be built in Nepal, the digital version offers people worldwide a way to connect with the project and its message through various activities and events in the metaverse.
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