XR Impact, founded by Ylva Hansdotter, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to harnessing the power of Extended Reality (XR) technologies—including Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)—to enhance human sensory and cognitive experiences. The organization’s mission is to bridge the gap between knowledge and action, driving progress toward a better world by aligning its initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Key Initiatives
PERSPECTIVES: An ongoing VR project aimed at bridging societal divides by increasing understanding and compassion through immersive experiences. It leverages behavioral science and VR to encourage dialogue over confrontation.
Be Earth #13: An immersive VR experience focused on UN SDG #13: Climate Action. Participants embody Earth and are transported to the Amazon Rainforest to witness the impacts of climate change firsthand.
XR Research: Collaborative research initiatives that study how XR can stimulate prosocial behavior and contribute to societal well-being.
SMARTlab: A research institute with an award-winning practice-based Ph.D. program supporting creative technology innovation for social change.
Organizational Approach
XR Impact combines academic excellence with extensive experience from the business and social sectors. By integrating technology and art, the organization realizes XR initiatives with high social impact, aiming to create an inclusive society and inspire positive global action.
Contact Information
Website: https://xrimpact.com
Email: info@xrimpact.com
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