For today’s episode, we have the privilege of being joined by Ava, the founder of ARTXV, the first NFT collective for neurodivergent artists and the first Web3 organization for the disabled community. We discuss how ARTXV is using web3 and NFTs to elevate neurodivergent artists, how NFTs can drive greater inclusion and equity in the arts, and much more.

In need of some web3 inspiration? Here are some of our favorite quotes about the amazing potential of blockchain and cryptocurrency to change the world.

For Ep. 67, we have the pleasure of welcoming Latin American visual artist and emerging NFT artist, Adrián Coto. We discuss Adrian’s journey as an artist from traditional to web3 art, his Queering Action series, the importance of artists claiming space in web3, and how web3 can dismantle gatekeepers and bring greater equity and inclusion to the world of arts.

Web3 can be overwhelming and stressful. It’s the space where 1 month feels like 1 year, making it difficult to keep up and find the time to care for yourself. Thankfully, there are many projects working at the intersection of web3 and mental health who are hoping to build a web3 that celebrates mental health and wellbeing, and that is supportive of all of its members.

For Ep. 66, we continue our exciting journey into the world of Decentralized Science, or DeSci. We welcome Erik van Winkle and Jon Starr from DeSci Labs, a decentralized scientific ecosystem using web3 to empower scientists and rebuild the backend of science. We discuss some of the current pain points being faced by scientists, how science is in a crisis, and how DeSci Labs is looking to resolve this by using web3 to rebuild the backend of science.

For Episode 65, we dive into the exciting topic of Data Sovereignty, and the role that web3 can play in building a fairer and more open internet. Following a quick primer on data sovereignty, we welcome the CEO of Functionland, Keyvan Sadeghi, for a discussion on web3 data sovereignty, and how we can use web3 to build a fairer internet.

In this blog post, we dive into the world of data sovereignty, discuss some of the challenges that currently exist around user data collection, and how web3 can help build a fairer, more open internet for everyone.

For Ep. 64, we have the pleasure of welcoming Xochitl Cazador, Head of Ecosystem Growth at the Celo Foundation. Celo is a proof-of-stake layer-1 protocol that, to date, has had over 150M transactions, and has an amazing ecosystem built around the vision of “Prosperity for All”. In this episode we chat about the Regenerative Finance, or ReFi movement, how blockchain can help alleviate poverty and build prosperity for all, and the future of web3 and the Celo ecosystem.

Newsletter highlighting the most popular Crypto Altruism content from July 2022. Using crypto to support smallholder coffee farmers, building a women-first web3 investment community, and how blockchain can help combat climate change.

For Ep. 63, we have the privilege of welcoming back the team from 400 Drums, a movement dedicated to supporting Indigenous artists, elders, language speakers and tour operators to harness new online platforms, such as NFTs and web3, to monetize their skills while sharing their teachings and stories. We discuss how they are using NFTs to empower Indigenous communities, the amazing artistic process behind their 444 NFT series, their plans to build an Indigenous web3 ecosystem and more!

In this blog post, we highlight the work of FundLife, a Phillipines-based NGO providing education and employment supports to vulnerable youth. We chatted with Marko Kasic, Managing Director of FundLife, to discuss the role of cryptocurrency and blockchain in supporting FundLife’s mission.

In Episode 62, we welcome Nadja Bester, Founder of AdLunam, a community-driven crypto investment and startup accelerator platform. We discuss the need to democratize early-stage crypto projects, how AdLunam is creating a more inclusive and accessible space for retail investors, how they reward users for engagement through their Proof of Attention mechanism, and advice for those looking to break into the world of web3.

Despite the bad rap that crypto gets when it comes to the environment, there are many ways that blockchain can be used to help combat climate change.

In Ep. 61 we welcome Brian Magierski, Founder of CherubsDAO, an NFT funded and governed DAO that is using the power of web3 to advance brain health and longevity. We discuss the emerging DeSci movement, where CherubsDAO fits into it, and how web3 will revolutionize impact funding and empower a new generation of scientists.

In this article, which is part 1 in a collaborative series between HRNS and Crypto Altruism, we explore the role crypto philanthropy can play in supporting and empowering smallholder coffee farmers, and building more sustainable coffee supply chains.

For episode 60, we have the privilege of welcoming Lindsay Rosenthal from CG Pantheon, an NFT collection and curated community of thought leaders from web3, finance, and fintech. We discuss how they are using NFTs and web3 to help increase financial wisdom, how they are building a community hub for networking, and how they are using NFTs to support girls education around the world,