Joyce Bettencourt
@avatarjoy.bsky.social
Focused on convergence of creativity, community, social good & the future. about.me/JoyceBettencourt
Founder @avacon.org
Organizer of NonprofitCommons.org & #OpenSimulator conference. Designer into #nptech #virtualworlds #XR #opensource
#SingularityU alum
Founder @avacon.org
Organizer of NonprofitCommons.org & #OpenSimulator conference. Designer into #nptech #virtualworlds #XR #opensource
#SingularityU alum
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Calling all web developers! Browsers are all meeting up next week (www.w3.org/events/tpac/...). I want your voice to be heard! Tell me your biggest problems, and tell me what you want to see from the platform. What problems are tough to solve, but could be easier?
TPAC 2025 - Hybrid meeting
Our major event of the year gathers our community for thought-provoking discussions and coordinated work.
www.w3.org
November 6, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Calling all web developers! Browsers are all meeting up next week (www.w3.org/events/tpac/...). I want your voice to be heard! Tell me your biggest problems, and tell me what you want to see from the platform. What problems are tough to solve, but could be easier?
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September 30, 2025 at 3:25 AM
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Want to support a decentralized and FOSS social XR platform? Help me make barkvr a reality.
supporting also helps my other projects have a better change of not dying in idea hell lol
^-^
pupper.dev
liberapay.com/barkvr/
@zodiepupper:matrix.pupper.dev
discord.gg/VW9qhmjuXM
bark.zip
supporting also helps my other projects have a better change of not dying in idea hell lol
^-^
pupper.dev
liberapay.com/barkvr/
@zodiepupper:matrix.pupper.dev
discord.gg/VW9qhmjuXM
bark.zip
I'm working on a better future for social XR applications
pupper.dev
January 14, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Want to support a decentralized and FOSS social XR platform? Help me make barkvr a reality.
supporting also helps my other projects have a better change of not dying in idea hell lol
^-^
pupper.dev
liberapay.com/barkvr/
@zodiepupper:matrix.pupper.dev
discord.gg/VW9qhmjuXM
bark.zip
supporting also helps my other projects have a better change of not dying in idea hell lol
^-^
pupper.dev
liberapay.com/barkvr/
@zodiepupper:matrix.pupper.dev
discord.gg/VW9qhmjuXM
bark.zip
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📢 The Internet Archive needs your help.
At a time when information is being rewritten or erased online, a $700 million lawsuit from major record labels threatens to destroy the Wayback Machine.
Tell the labels to drop the 78s lawsuit.
👉 Sign our open letter: www.change.org/p/defend-the...
🧵⬇️
At a time when information is being rewritten or erased online, a $700 million lawsuit from major record labels threatens to destroy the Wayback Machine.
Tell the labels to drop the 78s lawsuit.
👉 Sign our open letter: www.change.org/p/defend-the...
🧵⬇️
April 17, 2025 at 4:51 PM
📢 The Internet Archive needs your help.
At a time when information is being rewritten or erased online, a $700 million lawsuit from major record labels threatens to destroy the Wayback Machine.
Tell the labels to drop the 78s lawsuit.
👉 Sign our open letter: www.change.org/p/defend-the...
🧵⬇️
At a time when information is being rewritten or erased online, a $700 million lawsuit from major record labels threatens to destroy the Wayback Machine.
Tell the labels to drop the 78s lawsuit.
👉 Sign our open letter: www.change.org/p/defend-the...
🧵⬇️
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The Trump administration moves to defund libraries and museums by closing the Institute of Museum and Library Services. A scholar explains how the agency supports cultural institutions and communities — and what’s at stake if it shuts down: buff.ly/XDj8nJj
@devonakmon.bsky.social, Michigan State
@devonakmon.bsky.social, Michigan State
Trump administration seeks to starve libraries and museums of funding by shuttering this little-known agency
The consequences of shutting down the Institute of Museum and Library Services would be particularly dire for smaller museums and rural museums.
buff.ly
March 20, 2025 at 11:02 PM
The Trump administration moves to defund libraries and museums by closing the Institute of Museum and Library Services. A scholar explains how the agency supports cultural institutions and communities — and what’s at stake if it shuts down: buff.ly/XDj8nJj
@devonakmon.bsky.social, Michigan State
@devonakmon.bsky.social, Michigan State
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"Those of us who are in a position to make the world more accessible should work together to do just that."
The ESA debuts the Accessible Games Initiative, a cross-industry effort to provide players with information about accessibility features in video games.
gdconf.com/news/enterta...
#GDC2025
The ESA debuts the Accessible Games Initiative, a cross-industry effort to provide players with information about accessibility features in video games.
gdconf.com/news/enterta...
#GDC2025
Entertainment Software Association Unveils 'Accessible Games Initiative' at GDC 2025 | News | Game Developers Conference (GDC)
The Accessible Games Initiative is designed to help provide clear information about whether a specific video game has accessibility features and, if so, what those features are.
gdconf.com
March 20, 2025 at 9:06 PM
"Those of us who are in a position to make the world more accessible should work together to do just that."
The ESA debuts the Accessible Games Initiative, a cross-industry effort to provide players with information about accessibility features in video games.
gdconf.com/news/enterta...
#GDC2025
The ESA debuts the Accessible Games Initiative, a cross-industry effort to provide players with information about accessibility features in video games.
gdconf.com/news/enterta...
#GDC2025
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God bless America’s librarians.🗽
A “digital book burning” is under way at federal agencies. Can volunteer archivists and data hoarders save the country’s files from DOGE?
The Volunteer Data Hoarders Resisting Trump’s Purge
Can librarians and guerrilla archivists save the country’s files from DOGE?
www.newyorker.com
March 19, 2025 at 12:37 PM
God bless America’s librarians.🗽
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🔗 Websites vanish. Links break. But knowledge can live on with your help. Use the Wayback Machine’s Save Page Now tool to archive webpages that are important to you. 🕰️ 💾
📌 Try it now: web.archive.org/save
📌 Try it now: web.archive.org/save
March 14, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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@aclum.bsky.social and
@massnonprofitnet.bsky.social:
Please reach out to private independent nonprofits in Massachusetts with information about how to plan for such an emergency.
I'm concerned not only about how to respond on the spot, but how to secure data offsite.
www.npr.org/2025/03/18/n...
@massnonprofitnet.bsky.social:
Please reach out to private independent nonprofits in Massachusetts with information about how to plan for such an emergency.
I'm concerned not only about how to respond on the spot, but how to secure data offsite.
www.npr.org/2025/03/18/n...
DOGE staff entered the U.S. Institute of Peace with D.C. police help
The U.S. Institute of Peace, a think tank funded by Congress, was the scene of a hostile takeover by the Department of Government Efficiency. DOGE has tried to install new leadership at the institute.
www.npr.org
March 19, 2025 at 5:38 PM
@aclum.bsky.social and
@massnonprofitnet.bsky.social:
Please reach out to private independent nonprofits in Massachusetts with information about how to plan for such an emergency.
I'm concerned not only about how to respond on the spot, but how to secure data offsite.
www.npr.org/2025/03/18/n...
@massnonprofitnet.bsky.social:
Please reach out to private independent nonprofits in Massachusetts with information about how to plan for such an emergency.
I'm concerned not only about how to respond on the spot, but how to secure data offsite.
www.npr.org/2025/03/18/n...
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Civil society needs to prioritize connection and resilience. I recently shared some things from my geeky perspective organizations should do on LinkedIn. I thought I'd share it here too. It's a thread; here goes. 🧵
March 5, 2025 at 4:06 AM
Civil society needs to prioritize connection and resilience. I recently shared some things from my geeky perspective organizations should do on LinkedIn. I thought I'd share it here too. It's a thread; here goes. 🧵
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Approximately 20 members of Elon Musk’s staff have begun working within the Education Department. They have gained access to multiple sensitive internal systems, including a financial aid dataset containing the personal information of millions of students enrolled in the federal student aid program.
February 4, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Approximately 20 members of Elon Musk’s staff have begun working within the Education Department. They have gained access to multiple sensitive internal systems, including a financial aid dataset containing the personal information of millions of students enrolled in the federal student aid program.
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Regardless of your immigration status in the U.S., you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Know your rights and assert them.
Independientemente de su estatus migratorio en los Estados Unidos, usted tiene derechos garantizados por la Constitución. Conozca sus derechos y hágalos valer.
Independientemente de su estatus migratorio en los Estados Unidos, usted tiene derechos garantizados por la Constitución. Conozca sus derechos y hágalos valer.
January 22, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Regardless of your immigration status in the U.S., you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Know your rights and assert them.
Independientemente de su estatus migratorio en los Estados Unidos, usted tiene derechos garantizados por la Constitución. Conozca sus derechos y hágalos valer.
Independientemente de su estatus migratorio en los Estados Unidos, usted tiene derechos garantizados por la Constitución. Conozca sus derechos y hágalos valer.
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🧵🚨 If you’ve been hearing the term “AT Protocol” and are confused, I gotchu!
Simply put, here’s what it means:
Most social media platforms control your data, followers, and content..they set the rules and you’re stuck playing by them. (1/7)
Simply put, here’s what it means:
Most social media platforms control your data, followers, and content..they set the rules and you’re stuck playing by them. (1/7)
January 17, 2025 at 2:31 PM
🧵🚨 If you’ve been hearing the term “AT Protocol” and are confused, I gotchu!
Simply put, here’s what it means:
Most social media platforms control your data, followers, and content..they set the rules and you’re stuck playing by them. (1/7)
Simply put, here’s what it means:
Most social media platforms control your data, followers, and content..they set the rules and you’re stuck playing by them. (1/7)
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GOOD GETTING STARTED GUIDE:
buffer.com/resources/ho...
buffer.com/resources/ho...
How to Use Bluesky: Everything You Need to Know
In this article, we cover how to use Bluesky and some tips for getting started sharing your posts on the platform.
buffer.com
November 25, 2024 at 4:47 PM
GOOD GETTING STARTED GUIDE:
buffer.com/resources/ho...
buffer.com/resources/ho...
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Are you following US H.R. 9495?
There are a few direct actions that take between seconds and minutes of your time that really matter: sign the petition, call your reps (don't worry, there's a script and it is really easy), share with your friends. docs.google.com/document/d/1...
#Nonprofits
There are a few direct actions that take between seconds and minutes of your time that really matter: sign the petition, call your reps (don't worry, there's a script and it is really easy), share with your friends. docs.google.com/document/d/1...
#Nonprofits
KILL NONPROFITS BILL Info
WE MUST DEFEAT THE “KILL NONPROFITS BILL” BEFORE IT DEFEATS US! Information and Resources on H.R. 9495 Updated: Mon. Nov. 18, 2024 THE BILL Rules Committee Hearing on the Bill: https://rules.hous...
docs.google.com
November 19, 2024 at 7:49 PM
Are you following US H.R. 9495?
There are a few direct actions that take between seconds and minutes of your time that really matter: sign the petition, call your reps (don't worry, there's a script and it is really easy), share with your friends. docs.google.com/document/d/1...
#Nonprofits
There are a few direct actions that take between seconds and minutes of your time that really matter: sign the petition, call your reps (don't worry, there's a script and it is really easy), share with your friends. docs.google.com/document/d/1...
#Nonprofits
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Register for the OpenSimulator Community Conference, #OSCC24 Get an Expo Booth to Showcase your Grid, Project, Art, Company, Research or Community. Register here conference.opensimulator.org/register/
#virtualworlds #vr #opensource
#virtualworlds #vr #opensource
December 2, 2024 at 10:23 PM
Register for the OpenSimulator Community Conference, #OSCC24 Get an Expo Booth to Showcase your Grid, Project, Art, Company, Research or Community. Register here conference.opensimulator.org/register/
#virtualworlds #vr #opensource
#virtualworlds #vr #opensource
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Well, it's 11:40pm and HR 9495 (nonprofit "terrorism" bill) not on docket for tmw. Thanks to ACLU for link! Ppl saying vote prob Thurs. My reporting via @npquarterly.bsky.social below. #nonprofitsky #npsky #polisky
nonprofitquarterly.org/bill-threate...
democraticwhip.house.gov/floor-resour...
nonprofitquarterly.org/bill-threate...
democraticwhip.house.gov/floor-resour...
Bill Threatening Nonprofits Advances in US House—Again - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Last week, HR 9495, a bill that would give the US secretary of the treasury the power to strip nonprofits of their tax-exempt status if unilaterally deemed to be a “terrorist-supporting” organization ...
nonprofitquarterly.org
November 20, 2024 at 4:44 AM
Well, it's 11:40pm and HR 9495 (nonprofit "terrorism" bill) not on docket for tmw. Thanks to ACLU for link! Ppl saying vote prob Thurs. My reporting via @npquarterly.bsky.social below. #nonprofitsky #npsky #polisky
nonprofitquarterly.org/bill-threate...
democraticwhip.house.gov/floor-resour...
nonprofitquarterly.org/bill-threate...
democraticwhip.house.gov/floor-resour...
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The #OpenSimulator Community Conference is an annual conference that focuses on the developer and user community. The virtual conference features presentations, workshops, keynote sessions, and social events across diverse sectors of the #OpenSim user base
Dec 7-8, 2024
conference.opensimulator.org
Dec 7-8, 2024
conference.opensimulator.org
November 18, 2024 at 1:32 AM
The #OpenSimulator Community Conference is an annual conference that focuses on the developer and user community. The virtual conference features presentations, workshops, keynote sessions, and social events across diverse sectors of the #OpenSim user base
Dec 7-8, 2024
conference.opensimulator.org
Dec 7-8, 2024
conference.opensimulator.org
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VEJ! After more than five years, the Virtual Education Journal is back! Congratulations, Rosie O'Brien Vojtek! Check out the Fall 2024 issue here (my article starts on page 50):
virtualeducationjournal.com/previous-iss...
#virtualworlds #metaverse #secondlife #opensimulator #edtech #edusky
virtualeducationjournal.com/previous-iss...
#virtualworlds #metaverse #secondlife #opensimulator #edtech #edusky
November 16, 2024 at 11:44 AM
VEJ! After more than five years, the Virtual Education Journal is back! Congratulations, Rosie O'Brien Vojtek! Check out the Fall 2024 issue here (my article starts on page 50):
virtualeducationjournal.com/previous-iss...
#virtualworlds #metaverse #secondlife #opensimulator #edtech #edusky
virtualeducationjournal.com/previous-iss...
#virtualworlds #metaverse #secondlife #opensimulator #edtech #edusky
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Twitter has become too much of a hellscape so I’m trying Bluesky again.
XR NETWORKING THREAD 🚨 If you’re in the industry and want to connect with new people coming in (or vice versa), drop a line here to introduce yourself so people can follow you. RT to spread this list around!
XR NETWORKING THREAD 🚨 If you’re in the industry and want to connect with new people coming in (or vice versa), drop a line here to introduce yourself so people can follow you. RT to spread this list around!
November 5, 2024 at 4:18 AM
Twitter has become too much of a hellscape so I’m trying Bluesky again.
XR NETWORKING THREAD 🚨 If you’re in the industry and want to connect with new people coming in (or vice versa), drop a line here to introduce yourself so people can follow you. RT to spread this list around!
XR NETWORKING THREAD 🚨 If you’re in the industry and want to connect with new people coming in (or vice versa), drop a line here to introduce yourself so people can follow you. RT to spread this list around!
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For new XR folks see
@alexqgb.bsky.social XR Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@markschramm.bsky.social XR Devs Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@noproscenium.com Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@uploadvr.com Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@ben.roadtovr.com's thread. 👇
@alexqgb.bsky.social XR Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@markschramm.bsky.social XR Devs Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@noproscenium.com Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@uploadvr.com Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@ben.roadtovr.com's thread. 👇
Twitter has become too much of a hellscape so I’m trying Bluesky again.
XR NETWORKING THREAD 🚨 If you’re in the industry and want to connect with new people coming in (or vice versa), drop a line here to introduce yourself so people can follow you. RT to spread this list around!
XR NETWORKING THREAD 🚨 If you’re in the industry and want to connect with new people coming in (or vice versa), drop a line here to introduce yourself so people can follow you. RT to spread this list around!
November 13, 2024 at 12:53 AM
For new XR folks see
@alexqgb.bsky.social XR Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@markschramm.bsky.social XR Devs Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@noproscenium.com Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@uploadvr.com Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@ben.roadtovr.com's thread. 👇
@alexqgb.bsky.social XR Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@markschramm.bsky.social XR Devs Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@noproscenium.com Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@uploadvr.com Starter Pack:
bsky.app/starter-pack...
@ben.roadtovr.com's thread. 👇
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Is the metaverse dead? Absolutely not! - Philip Rosedale - GamesBeat Next Talk - ➡️ vimeo.com/879413885
Is the metaverse dead?
Absolutely not. After the hype of 2022, where does the metaverse stand now? And – even more importantly – what are its challenges and opportunities…
vimeo.com
November 7, 2023 at 4:50 PM
Is the metaverse dead? Absolutely not! - Philip Rosedale - GamesBeat Next Talk - ➡️ vimeo.com/879413885