Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. Belonging. Accessibility.

These are HUG's core values as we work to build a better Web3 from the ground up. This past week felt especially monumental.

HUG Studios x Innovate Moldova

This past week, HUG Studios had the honor & privilege of collaborating with USAID Europe at Innovate Moldova, the country's first-ever Web3 Hackathon. Working alongside partner communities, we provided education and resources on Web3's potential to aid Ukrainian refugees.

Our Director of Creative Programming, Michael, joined the event in person as a host and facilitator. Debbie hosted a workshop on community building, while our Head of Product Engineering, Ken, shared his insights on smart contracts.

The Inclusive grew in a special way this week. The winner of the hackathon earned a spot in our hedgeHUG advisory program! Say hello to the newest members of the HUG family, Talk Earn. We can't wait to see how they grow and where they go from here 🦔🤗

More good news to go around ✨

💻Our beta platform just got even better. Look at our latest round of live updates at thehug.xyz. HUG pass holders can now submit reviews directly, upvote/downvote, moderator, and the ability to earn HUG Points.

🎨We are a community for creators, by creators. Read more about our partnership with Creatively. They'll be awarding $5,000 cash grants to creators every month!

🎡The blockchain isn't bound by borders, and neither are our huggers. This past Friday saw a meet-up across the pond, as huggers met up in London.

🍝 September slows to a close, which means last call for the #SeptemberChallenge of our #HUGCreatorClub! Be sure to tag us when you share what you're keeping in your 🍝LUNCHBOX🍝

ICYMI... HUGfam Highlights of the Week

🌟Ready to turn your passion for Web3 into a profession? Blockchain's favorite career consultants, xCollective, have opened a window for minting.

💘Crypto Venus is using their platform for philanthropy, leveraging art & technology to support children in need.

🚀We can't get enough of artist Leah Sams adding a personal touch as she packs up Power Passes for Power of Women holders.

🦸‍♀️Take it day by day and suddenly, a whole year goes by. Sending hugs & the happiest of birthdays to Boss Beauties!

💚8sian's latest partnership brings more depth & dimension to their art than ever. Say hello to the 8SIAN JADE LADY!

💗Our artist-in-residence, Chipped Pixels, is donating all profits from his latest work to the Cova Project, which provides sanitary solutions to womxn in Africa.

📚NABU took to the stage during UN Week to share their mission for childhood literacy.

🛥️Ready to cruise the coasts of Ghana for free? The Royals have a snapshot coming soon.

What's up next?👀

Consulting, security, confidence, branding, and.... what's that? Coffee? 

Take a look at this week's content calendar to see what we have in store for you 🤗💞