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Inside WIGI: How Women in Games International Is Shaping the Future | Joanie Kraut

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In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we sit down with Joanie Kraut, CEO of Women in Games International (WIGI), to explore how the organization is building a more equitable and inclusive gaming industry. Joanie shares the mission behind WIGI, the impact of their initiatives, and what the future looks like as they approach their 20th anniversary in 2025.

We also discuss how WIGI actively supports women and marginalized genders, key programs and partnerships, and what allies in the industry can do to contribute meaningfully. Whether you're a developer, publisher, or player, this episode is packed with insight on how the community can create lasting change.

Socials:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanie-kraut/

Facebook: http://facebook.com/getwigi

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getwigi/

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/joanie-kraut.bsky.social

#WomenInGames #EquityInGaming #GameDevCommunity #WIGI #IndieGameBusiness

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In this episode of IndieGameBusiness, we sit down with Joanie Kraut, CEO of Women in Games International (WIGI), to explore how the organization is building a more equitable and inclusive gaming industry. Joanie shares the mission behind WIGI, the impact of their initiatives, and what the future looks like as they approach their 20th anniversary in 2025.

We also discuss how WIGI actively supports women and marginalized genders, key programs and partnerships, and what allies in the industry can do to contribute meaningfully. Whether you're a developer, publisher, or player, this episode is packed with insight on how the community can create lasting change.

Socials:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanie-kraut/

Facebook: http://facebook.com/getwigi

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getwigi/

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/joanie-kraut.bsky.social

#WomenInGames #EquityInGaming #GameDevCommunity #WIGI #IndieGameBusiness

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