Video conferencing is a good alternative to face-to-face meetings, and not just in times of pandemics. meetings. Online events create participation opportunities that are not tied to a specific location and can be be more accessible than on-site events, despite the initial technical hurdles. There are many reasons why people can't or don't want to participate in real-world events. want to: Health limitations, a long journey, the cost, but sometimes also a the desire for anonymity.