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Women in Esports
Building a more diverse and inclusive industry, combating the under representation of women and marginalised genders in esports.
Bryony-Hope
News
10 min read
8 Mar 2022
Women in Esports celebrates the remarkable individuals who are not only shaping the gaming landscape but also making a profound impact on the industry as a whole.
As more women step into leadership roles, professional play, content creation, and various aspects of esports, their contributions resonate far beyond the virtual arena.
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our vision for the esports community and highlighting these achievements and stories is crucial. By recognising their achievements, we not only showcase their exceptional talents but also inspire a new generation of gamers and enthusiasts.
Join us as we shine a spotlight on the trailblazers, innovators, and changemakers who are driving progress and transforming the face of esports.
Supporting Women in Esports
Join us at the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit, powered by Women in Esports. Discover inspiring stories, gain valuable insights and connect with industry leaders as we champion diversity and equality in esports.
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EQUITY DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN ESPORTS
Advocating for Inclusivity and Equal Access
Dedicated to forging a more diverse, fair, and inclusive esports industry, we believe that diversity and inclusion fuel innovation and creativity.
We are committed to empowering women and marginalized genders to unlock their potential in esports and inspiring greater involvement across all facets of the industry.
Who are Women in Esports
Mimi Craig
Events
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28 Feb 2024
“…the EDI Summit (is) an event that reflects Women in Esports’ unwavering commitment to fostering more equitable, diverse and inclusive spaces for women and marginalised groups. This summit will bring many voices together from many sectors to inspire positive change..”
Sue Lavasani
Chair, Women in Esports Committee
PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER, NATIONAL STUDENT ESPORTS
Becky Wright
Becky is the Senior Partnerships Manager at NSE (National Student Esports), managing the activations and relationships…
Team
Women in Esports Committee
Content Creator at EXCEL
Leah Alexandra
Leah began live streaming on Twitch in 2015, quickly building a following through the game Destiny…
HEAD OF OPERATIONS
Alice Whorley
Alice is the Head of Operations at British Esports, where she’s responsible for managing the resources…
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT LEAD
Billie Purdie
Billie joined British Esports in May 2022 to spearhead the Women in Esports initiative, established 2019…
FOUNDER, SWIPE RIGHT PR
Kirsty Endfield
Kristy is the Founder and Director of Swipe Right PR
Esports Product Manager, BLAST
Tasha Jones
Natacha is a product manager at BLAST, working on events such as Red Bull Flick, Fortnite…
Talent Executive, DotXTalent
Rebecca Donaldson
Rebecca has been working in esports for over three years, having first started with Event and…
Head of Brand Strategy, GRID Esports
Dominika Szot
Head of Brand Strategy at GRID Esports and Founder of the organisation focused on supporting women…
Director of Nox Lumina
Cassie Hughes
Cassie Hughes, Director, creator, consultant and care manager recently became a member of the Women in…
British Esports Twitch
Mark your calendar for the unforgettable Student Champs Spring Showdown 2024. It’s your chance to see…
Nationals
12 – 19 March
Experience the thrill of largest amateur esports tournament in the UK, open to schools and colleges…
Student Champs
20 March
College of Esports Campus
College of Esports are hosting an Open Day at their Campus in London on the 11th…
Education
11 April
Overwatch 2
17 April
2 October
Learn more about some of the women at British Esports. We sat down with them for…
Diversity and Inclusion
Celebrate LGBT+ History Month in esports by acknowledging the contributions of players and talent, who defy…
8 min read
16 Feb 2024
Adam McGowan
Dive into the Lioness Cup 2023, the official VCT OFF//SEASON Valorant tournament powered by Women In…
6 min read
16 Nov 2023
Explore Alice’s Madrid adventure as she immerses in the esports scene, blending gaming, tech and Spanish…
13 min read
13 Nov 2023
Collaboration to set new standards of excellence, education and innovation throughout the world of esports, agreed…
9 Oct 2023
The British Esports Federation’s Women in Esports initiative has been shortlisted for a prestigious sports industry…
2 min read
31 Aug 2023
With the Women in Esports committee recently expanding, the initiative is continuing to grow and blossom.…
21 Mar 2023
Our community
Join our Women in Esports community and be a driving force for positive change in the esports industry. Together, we’re breaking barriers, fostering inclusivity and empowering women in esports. Your voice matters and your passion can help shape our future.
OUR COMMITTEE
Representing some of the leading institutions in esports, video games and education, the Women in Esports committee is includes members from a variety of roles, including Broadcast, PR, Event Management, Operations, Hosting, Research, Strategy, Talent Management and more.
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