Creating a digital legacy - video messages for children

[Olly2015]

Hello everyone,

I'm a PhD researcher from the UK looking at the use of digital legacies with people living with ALS, and how the legacy is used by children in their family.

Although there are lots of different types of digital legacy, I'm focusing on a purposefully recorded video-based legacy which has been recorded by the person with ALS about their memories, accomplishments and messages for children in their family. These video clips are then exported to a DVD or digital source and then given to a child in the person's family to provide a future means of support which is accessible whenever they need it.

If you would like to know more about creating a digital legacy or more about my study, please have a look at my research page www.facebook.com/mndlegacy

 

[T.Low]

Good to see you over here, Olly.

I am under the impression Steve Gleason has done a lot of digital legacy. I have had the pleasure of meeting and talking with him for over an hour and I can tell you he is a brilliant writer with great insights.

Personally, ive struggled with this.

 

[Olly2015]

Pleased to meet you T.Low!

I'll be sure to have a look at Steve Gleason's work, thanks for the heads-up!

Hope you're well, Olly.