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The video games industry thrives on creativity, innovation, and diverse perspectives. Raise the Game represents our collective commitment to building an industry that reflects the global community we serve. Through strategic funding, data-driven insights, and collaborative learning, we're creating pathways for underrepresented talent and fostering inclusive practices across the sector.
As we enter an exciting new chapter, we’ve relaunched Raise the Game as a key pillar of Ukie’s Supercharged strategy, which sets out an ambitious vision for the future of the UK games industry. With a renewed focus on funding, data, and shared learning, we’re evolving Raise the Game into an even more impactful initiative - one that builds an industry where everyone can play.
What We Do
Raise the Game Community: A dedicated network where industry professionals can connect, share insights, and collaborate on best practices.
- In-person and online events tackling key diversity gaps.
- Monthly industry forums and knowledge-sharing sessions.
- A resource hub offering tools and guidance for companies to improve EDI strategies.
Raise the Game Data & Insights: We’re the authoritative source on workforce diversity in UK games.
- The Video Games Industry Census, conducted every three years, tracks progress and challenges.
- Exclusive reports and insights to inform industry-wide action.
Raise the Game Fund: A financial support system for individuals and organisations working to break barriers in games.
- Grants for training, hiring, and supporting diverse talent.
- Funding for studios and initiatives that drive EDI progress.
- A structured application process, ensuring funds are used effectively to make an impact.
Become a Raise The Game Partner and Drive Meaningful Change
Join us in shaping a more diverse, inclusive, and innovative games industry by becoming a Raise The Game partner. Your support helps fund crucial initiatives, industry insights, and grassroots innovation, while giving your company a platform to showcase its commitment to change.
Choose the partnership level that suits your impact:
- Changemaker (£5,000 p.a.) – Be recognised as a Changemaker partner, take part in exclusive roundtables, gain early access to industry insights, and contribute to our community of practice events.
- Gamechanger (£10,000 p.a.) – Enjoy all Changemaker benefits, plus a featured case study highlighting your impact, recognition as a co-investor in the RTG Fund, and early access to detailed Census reports.
- Trailblazer (£20,000 p.a.) – Lead the movement with prominent branding in all Raise The Game activities, plus a priority role in selecting grant recipients and shaping industry impact.
Join us in shaping a more diverse, inclusive, and innovative games industry by becoming a Raise The Game partner. Your support will help fund crucial initiatives, industry insights, and grassroots innovation, while giving your company a platform to showcase its commitment to change. Get in touch with us to learn more.
Finally, look out for the new home of all the future Raise The Game content, which will be available on the new website - coming soon.