At Ukie, our work is framed by our core value – to make the UK the best place in the world to make, sell and play video games. We advocate on behalf of the sector, therefore we must always be listening, consulting and reflecting with those who work in our industry. One method of accomplishing this is through our member groups, a collection of seven special interest groups chaired by Ukie members. Providing games businesses a chance to discuss key issues they are facing and an opportunity to work together at finding industry-wide solutions. Any Ukie member can be a part of these groups, so please get in touch with the relevant lead if you would like to join in.
What can group members expect?
· Regular communication via whole group meetings every 2 to 3 months.
· Dates of meetings set in January for the upcoming year.
· Accessibility – Meetings will always have a Zoom or Teams option and closed captions.
· Agenda emailed a week in advance and minutes delivered swiftly after the meeting.
· Additional meetings may occur in response to sector activity.
· Additional activities and points of interest emailed to the group by the chair or Ukie lead.
· Members can join, leave or return to the group at any time.
· Members do not need to attend every meeting, however we appreciate good communication with the Ukie lead.
HR Group
Recently out of hiatus, the HR group is a forum for sharing ideas and best practice between HR teams; Concerns, issues and trending topics impacting HR and operations professionals, legal professionals and recruitment professionals.
Email Helen for more information
Policy Group
The Policy group helps determine Ukie's policy and public affairs strategy, agree plans for delivery, and provide input on consultations and policy papers.
Email Dominic for more information
Esports Group
The esports Group brings together leading esports event and service companies and content owners to identify opportunities and lead growth and expansion within the UK.
Email Sam for more information
Communications Group
The communications group works to inform about the interactive entertainment sector, helping Ukie to shape messaging and reach key audiences.
Email George for more information
IP Group
The IP group discusses the latest IP related issues and shape Ukie’s overall IP strategy.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are central to everything Ukie do and our EDI group has helped shaped initiatives like the diversity census and #RaiseTheGame pledge.
Email Dom for more information
Education Group
The education group brings together industry professionals and educators together in an effort to share insights, ideas and expertise across sectors. Endeavouring to work together to develop collaborations that support the next generation of talent and inform policy to further support the sector. This group is open to anyone in the Ukie membership that is interested in education or is part of the Digital Schoolhouse or Ukie Students programme.
Got a suggestion for a member group?
If you have a suggestion for a member group then please get in touch with one of the Ukie team to discuss this.