What happens to relationships in virtual spaces when we shine a spotlight on what is often hidden — and engage our imagination?
The freedom to explore gender, different bodies and sexuality in VRChat can feel almost limitless. Creative communities are constantly finding new ways to experience belonging through technology.
How do we create safety in virtual communities? What makes intimacy feel real in VR?
This panel brings together two diverse communities that represent freedom of expression:
The Rainbow Library, represented by Akimbo, is focused on identity, LGBTQ+ community and the creation of safe spaces for LGBTQ+ and transgender people.
PlayRoomSX, represented by Venus, approaches connection with a focus on explicit consent skills, somatic awareness, embodiment and explores how roleplay can create new forms of intimacy.
The conversation then becomes interactive! In a playful educational workshop, you are introduced to phantom sense training and the basic features of VR roleplay.