Presented by Access Partnership and IGDA Foundation, this virtual panel discussion caps off Pride month with a lively discussion of the evolution, state-of-play, and path forward for LGBTQ inclusiveness and safety in video games and esports.
Experts, producers, and advocates address important issues such as diversity among gamers and developers; character creation, customization, and LGBTQ portrayal in games; games as a positive channel for self-exploration and connection; bad actors and harmful content; bias and discrimination in esports; and global public policy and regulatory considerations – past, present, and future.
Speakers:
– Steven Taarland; Producer at Double Eleven Ltd; Founder, Rainbow Game Jam; and Program Director, IGDA Foundation
– Grace Collins, Founder, Snowbright Studio
– Kaisu Karvala; Head of Europe & UK Region, Access Partnership; and former CCO, Rovio
– Gideon Lett; Senior Advisor, Access Partnership (moderator)
