Many governments have implemented social distancing and quarantine. These best practices help to provide entertainment and distraction while complying with the imposed measures.
Virtual trips to experience Africa’s nature
To display the beauty of the African landscape, Tintswalo Safari Lodge in South Africa has launched free virtual safaris.
Displaying opportunities for digital cultural enjoyment
A knowledge base provides the citizens of Linz with an overview of all opportunities for enjoying cultural offers online.
Using air mattresses to enjoy concerts on a lake
A new event format allows artists to perform on rafts on a lake with the audience listening on boats, surfboards and air mattresses.
Daily challenges for children
A WhatsApp channel helps parents in a neighborhood to exchange ideas for new activities with their children.
Judo athletes practice online
The Austrian Judo Association organised a video camp for young athletes to “meet” and “train” with professional players.
Mayors and local leaders show how they manage the crisis
Act.Now gives insights into how regional governments and municipalities successfully manage the crisis.
Tallinn librarians read to children over the phone during lockdown
The librarians from Tallinn Central Library read books to children over the phone, Skype or Facebook until the government-imposed isolation ends.
science-backed practices that improve wellbeing during Covid-19
In response to the Covid-19 outbreak, the Greater Good Science Center provides science-backed practices, resources, and articles for more wellbeing, connection, and resilience.
Organ concerts for retirement homes
Musicians in two German cities gave concerts just outside of retirement homes.
Platform livestreams sports classes
An Austrian sports association offers a broad variety of live streamed sports classes.
Austrian composer livestreams the world premiere of his latest work
The renowned Austrian composer Gerd Kühr premiered his latest piano concert via Zoom.
Harry Potter helps to keep us occupied
Author JK Rowling launches online activity hub Harry Potter At Home to provide wizard-inspired activities for children, parents and teachers in times of coronavirus lockdown.