Core Insights - The 2025 edition of the "Shanghai Manual" includes 21 key cases from 11 countries, highlighting the digital community in Pudong New District as a significant example of promoting youth participation through metaverse technology [1][5] - The integration of AR, VR, and community governance is explored as a means to engage younger demographics in community activities [1][2] Group 1: Community Engagement and Technology - The "Interactive Sharing in Lingyan" app utilizes AR technology to enhance user experience and promote local businesses, aiming to attract youth participation [2][3] - The project has successfully transformed the Lingyan South Road area into a popular online destination, attracting attention from major platforms like Alipay and iQIYI [3][5] - The initiative emphasizes the importance of understanding user needs and effective operation to ensure the technology serves the community [2][6] Group 2: Digital Community Development - The case study demonstrates how digital twin and blockchain technologies address issues like information asymmetry and low youth engagement in community governance [5][6] - The "Smart Community" action plan for 2024-2026 aims to integrate AI, big data, and cloud computing into community management, creating a responsive and efficient governance system [5] - The project seeks to enhance public services and improve the quality of life for residents through the development of a metaverse community [5][6] Group 3: Youth Participation and Community Transformation - The initiative has seen a shift in young people's attitudes towards community governance, with many evolving from disinterest to active participation [4][6] - The project aims to bridge generational gaps in community governance by leveraging the metaverse to facilitate engagement [6] - The case serves as a model for global governance, showcasing the integration of advanced technologies into community development [6]