We are dedicated to creating a safe space for all and supporting underrepresented voices and work in the industry through a variety of programs and partnerships.
We also recognize that these efforts must be ongoing and evolving and are committed to actively deepening our relationship and support of existing organizations that serve these communities. We look forward to announcing new initiatives for GDC Summer and beyond.
GDC On-site Inclusion Programs
Childcare | GDC provides access to the on-site childcare program for parents who would not otherwise be able to attend GDC. The childcare team is racially/ethnically diverse, gender-mixed and age-diverse, with team members that are able to comfort even the most hesitant children and help them enjoy their time with us. |
Nursing Lounges | GDC provides lounges for feeding nursing children throughout the event to ensure there is one less limitation for parents who deserve to be part of the conversation at the event. |
Pronoun Tags | GDC supports the flourishing diversity in our community, and do our best to create a space to reflect that. As such, when arriving to pick up event badges for GDC attendees will also be given the option to pick up pronoun tags as well. |
Gender Neutral Bathrooms | Gender neutral bathrooms are available during the conference, and their locations will be marked for attendees. |
Amplifying New Voices | Held in conjunction with GDC, the Amplifying New voices Program, run by AIAS, provides a full day of hands-on training where participants work closely with mentors while learning more about PR and enhancing their public speaking and presentation skills. They will be introduced to likeminded members of a community that inspires to boost new voices to change the face of games, VR & AR industries. |
IGDA Speaker Diversity Initiative | Through collaboration with the IGDA Foundation's Speaker Diversity Initiative, we’re proud to work together to achieve diversity of voice, experience, and perspective by helping remove financial barriers to public speaking by covering travel costs for diverse speakers. |
Indie Giving | GDC is proud to partner with the Indie Giving charity to donate Independent Games Summit passes to the Indie Giving initiative, with the proceeds and volunteering time going to local charities. |
Low-Income Pass Lottery | The Low Income Pass Lottery is intended for people who would otherwise not be able to attend without considerable financial assistance. |