One of my previous job was to create from A to Z a third place dedicated to creativity, technology and crafts. I was expecting a lot of unbearable left-minded people but discovered that something like a third of the users were far more subtle and more "alt-right" oriented.
Because I was myself ok to talk about some topics usually addressed by right-winged people, it created an atmosphere that such people enjoyed. Also, because that kind of atmosphere is rare in the West, it was like a breath of fresh air for everyone.
I didn't end up in something awesome for other reasons but it remains certain that a third place is a very good way to create and strengthen a community with a mindset close to ours.
One of my previous job was to create from A to Z a third place dedicated to creativity, technology and crafts. I was expecting a lot of unbearable left-minded people but discovered that something like a third of the users were far more subtle and more "alt-right" oriented.
Because I was myself ok to talk about some topics usually addressed by right-winged people, it created an atmosphere that such people enjoyed. Also, because that kind of atmosphere is rare in the West, it was like a breath of fresh air for everyone.
I didn't end up in something awesome for other reasons but it remains certain that a third place is a very good way to create and strengthen a community with a mindset close to ours.