Diversity Initiatives
Places Where Change is Happening
Feminists in Games - Feminists in Games is an endeavor created with the purpose of assembling an international research association of digital media researchers from a full range of salient disciplines to begin building ‘connective tissue’ between and among them, so as to (a) better understand the origins and consequences of this gendered digital divide, and (b) intervene in its reproduction.
Blacks in Gaming - The Blacks in Gaming (BIG) is a community of diverse professionals in the gaming industry who come together for networking, friendship, professional development and celebration.
Women in Games International (WIGI) - Women in Games International (WIGI), made up of both female and male professionals, works to promote the inclusion and advancement of women in the global games industry.
GayGamer.Net - For boys who like boys who like joysticks and girls who like girls who like rumble pads.
Lesbian Gamers - Lesbian Gamers .com brings you video gaming news with a gay girl slant. Female characters are also covered in depth, along with partner news for LesbianGeek.com part of the Lesbian Gamers family.
PMS Clan & H2O Clan - PMS|H2O Clan boasts over 2000 members, across various platforms and games. PMS|H2O also has an active international divisions based all around the world. Our clan differs from other gaming clans in that it does not discriminate between gamers based on skill or even location as many do - any gamer can join the respective male and female divisions - They are only screened for attitude and dedication. Our top players have competed alongside the best PRO players in the industry, and we have placed top 8 at World events like CPL, WSVG, and CGS.
Girls Who Code - Together with leading educators, engineers, and entrepreneurs, Girls Who Code has developed a new model for computer science education, pairing intensive instruction in robotics, web design, and mobile development with high-touch mentorship led by the industry's top female developers and entrepreneurs.
Dames Making Games - An online and “real life” community for women of all skill levels who are interested in making their own video games. We do in-person casual socials and networking in Toronto ON, but would also like to be an online community for support and outreach. Our main focus is to be a small tool for improving diversity in the game industry at large by helping new women get in to the industry, as well as support the women who are already involved.
Blacks in Gaming - The Blacks in Gaming (BIG) is a community of diverse professionals in the gaming industry who come together for networking, friendship, professional development and celebration.
Women in Games International (WIGI) - Women in Games International (WIGI), made up of both female and male professionals, works to promote the inclusion and advancement of women in the global games industry.
GayGamer.Net - For boys who like boys who like joysticks and girls who like girls who like rumble pads.
Lesbian Gamers - Lesbian Gamers .com brings you video gaming news with a gay girl slant. Female characters are also covered in depth, along with partner news for LesbianGeek.com part of the Lesbian Gamers family.
PMS Clan & H2O Clan - PMS|H2O Clan boasts over 2000 members, across various platforms and games. PMS|H2O also has an active international divisions based all around the world. Our clan differs from other gaming clans in that it does not discriminate between gamers based on skill or even location as many do - any gamer can join the respective male and female divisions - They are only screened for attitude and dedication. Our top players have competed alongside the best PRO players in the industry, and we have placed top 8 at World events like CPL, WSVG, and CGS.
Girls Who Code - Together with leading educators, engineers, and entrepreneurs, Girls Who Code has developed a new model for computer science education, pairing intensive instruction in robotics, web design, and mobile development with high-touch mentorship led by the industry's top female developers and entrepreneurs.
Dames Making Games - An online and “real life” community for women of all skill levels who are interested in making their own video games. We do in-person casual socials and networking in Toronto ON, but would also like to be an online community for support and outreach. Our main focus is to be a small tool for improving diversity in the game industry at large by helping new women get in to the industry, as well as support the women who are already involved.