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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

The initiative is a significant leap for Alwaleed Philanthropies and its

partners in bridging the physical and virtual worlds

Alwaleed Philanthropies (AP), chaired by HRH Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Al Saud,

launched their latest innovative initiative on the metaverse, a center that

combines multiple virtual spaces to provide users with an unparalleled digital

and cultural experience. AP launched the center during the International Day

for Tolerance, which is an annual observance day declared by UNESCO in 1995 to

generate public awareness on the dangers of intolerance. The initiative is in

line with AP's mission to bridge the gap between cultures and forge the way for

global communities to become more open and tolerant, utilizing the latest

disruptive 3D technology to spread their message throughout the world to

connect with the younger generation.

The experience will be live on the Decentraland platform where attendees can

explore the multi-story building showcasing elements of historical stories

while linking diversified cultures together. The development of the digital

experience was inspired by AP's mandate since their founding over 4 decades ago

to build, and nurture tolerance across humanity.

"Alwaleed Philanthropies is committed to deploy collective efforts towards

exposing minds and dismantling borders, as we believe in an open world and

operate on the concept of creating an impact on people's lives globally. Our

commitment to mankind, is to permanently be on the lookout for innovative

approaches as we build connections for better cultural understanding as well as

boundless tolerance. At Alwaleed Philanthropies, we initiate and collaborate,

to come together for good deeds, through cooperating with a range of

philanthropic, governmental and educational organizations to combat poverty,

empower women and youth, develop communities, provide disaster relief and

create cultural understanding", said HRH Princess Lamia bint Majed Al Saud,

Secretary General of Alwaleed Philanthropies.

Alwaleed Philanthropies is one of the first Saudi philanthropies to

meaningfully activate the metaverse with a social purpose and mission to spread

the message of tolerance, cultural exchange and inclusivity extending from the

physical world to the digital world. Alwaleed Philanthropies is committed to

continuously explore new channels and technologies that empower humans and

highlight important causes. It is worth noting this center will be reflecting

all Alwaleed Philanthropies focus areas and is only the start for Alwaleed

Philanthropies plans on the metaverse.

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SOURCE: Alwaleed Philanthropies