DIVERSITY
It is essential that the industry strives to reflect gender equality in its workforce and in the video games themselves.
It is essential that the industry strives to reflect gender equality in its workforce and in the video games themselves.
Women currently represent only 17% of the workforce in the ICT (information and communications technology) sector in the EU and, according to national surveys, 22% of workers in the video game sector are women. 48% of European video game players are women – with an average age of 32. More facts on women in games on ISFE’s website: 2021 Key Facts
It is essential that the industry strives to reflect gender equality in its workforce and in the video games themselves – for the good of both the industry and the playing community.
Women in Games is a non-profit organization which strives to make gender equity and parity a lasting reality in the games industry. The organization states that:
In 2022, Women in Games published the guide “Building A Fair Playing Field” (Second Edition) – featuring almost 150 pages of information, inspiration, resources, first-hand accounts, case studies, recommendations and more. The Purpose of The Guide is:
Download guide:
https://www.womeningames.org/the-women-in-games-guide-building-a-fair-playing-field/
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Diversi is a international non-profit umbrella organisation, operating in the Nordic countries. Diversi are working for greater diversity within the gaming sphere. By enabling people from game companies, educational institutions and gaming communities to encourage and support each other’s diversity efforts.