About
Mission Statement
The Association of Virtual Worlds believes that virtual worlds represent a major information and technological revolution in how we work, play and live. The Association mission is to serve those companies and individuals who are dedicated to the advancement of this multi-billion dollar global industry and reach out to those who have not yet found virtual worlds.
Goals
- To create a forum for the discussion of issues affecting the industry
- To assist in the development of industry procedures and standards
- To promote the virtual worlds industry, its interest and developments
- To educate on the benefits of virtual worlds to enhance work and play
- To offer business and social networking opportunities
- To connect the public and consumers with members of the virtual worlds industry
- To participate in the determination of the collective interests of the industry
- To further the common interests of the industry
- To provide leadership for the betterment of the industry
- To recognize accomplishment within the virtual worlds industry
Membership Benefits
Universal Membership Benefits currently include:
- Access to the Association of Virtual Worlds Website
- All members will have access to the Virtual Headquarters of the AVW and all its features:
Meeting rooms
Auditorium
Media center
Social areas
Refreshment bar
Outdoor spaces - Unlimited access to the Association of Virtual Worlds Business & Social Network
- Customizable profile pages with privacy settings
- Message center with address book importing
- Ability to view members online in real time
- Video & photo sharing
- Network badges
- Seamless funneling
- Member forums and interest groups
- Member blogs
- Multi-language capability
- Members will have full and free access to this downloadable member directory.
- Association of Virtual Worlds Seal
- Members will have the right to display the Seal of the Association of Virtual Worlds on their website and use the seal in their own literature and materials.
- Association Press Room
Members will have access to the Press Room and will be able to read, review and download all Association press releases and news.

