Social Impact - Beyond Profit In The Age Of Crypto - Nydia Zhang and Jehan Chu @ TOKEN2049
In the compelling talk "Social Impact - Beyond Profit In The Age Of Crypto," presented at TOKEN2049, Nydia Zhang and Jehan Chu delve into the transformative potential of blockchain beyond its commercial allure. Nydia Zhang, Co-founder and Chairman of the Social Alpha Foundation, discusses her journey from the art world and philanthropy to her involvement with blockchain technology. She emphasizes blockchain's capacity to address systemic challenges by offering transparency, accountability, and innovative solutions for social welfare.
Through poignant storytelling, Nydia shares the inspiring example of a case handled by Mother's Choice, a charity assisting vulnerable children and families. She highlights how blockchain could remedy issues stemming from fragmented data storage, thereby aiding organizations in delivering better support. The Social Alpha Foundation exemplifies this potential by funding projects like "Empathy" in South Africa and collaborating with Blockchain at Berkeley, which aim to leverage digital identity and education to foster societal impact.
Jehan Chu, Co-founder of Social Alpha Foundation, calls upon the blockchain community to embrace a culture of generosity and impact. By integrating philanthropy into the fabric of blockchain ventures, he proposes a holistic ecosystem where value circulates through giving and receiving. This session inspires participants to reflect on their role in fostering blockchain for social good, advocating for the development of a new, socially responsible internet.
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