Sponsored By

Ukie has launched the UK Games Industry Diversity Census in a bid to better understand the make-up and shape of the UK games industry.

Chris Kerr, News Editor

September 4, 2019

2 Min Read

Ukie has launched the UK Games Industry Diversity Census in a bid to better understand the make-up and shape of the UK games industry.

The trade body hopes the census will produce "the most detailed analysis on the diversity of the industry's workforce ever conducted," and explained the results will be fed back to the industry and UK government to help inform policy and drive positive change. 

Although the census is voluntary, it has already been backed by a number of big names including Jagex, Creative Assembly, Ustwo Games, and NaturalMotion, and is also being supported by diversity advocates such as POC in Play and Women in Games.

Funding for the initiative is being provided by the Arts & Humanities Research Council, while the University of Sheffield and the University of Leeds have also backed the project.

"This new Census will give us for the first-time a crucial understanding of the diversity make-up of the games industry and we’re calling on everyone who currently works for a UK based-games businesses to complete it," commented Ukie CEO, Dr. Jo Twist, in a press release.

"We know as an industry, that more needs to be done to improve diversity, to make the sector an inclusive and welcoming place for people of all backgrounds to want to work. By taking part in the census, businesses and individuals working in the sector can help us produce the evidence base we need to drive positive transformation in the sector." 

Those interested in taking part will be able to contribute data in one of two ways. Larger businesses can procure a pack from Ukie, which includes all the legal and process documentation needed to complete the survey, by contacting [email protected]. Smaller companies, meanwhile, can submit information online using this direct online sign-up link.

About the Author(s)

Chris Kerr

News Editor, GameDeveloper.com

Game Developer news editor Chris Kerr is an award-winning journalist and reporter with over a decade of experience in the game industry. His byline has appeared in notable print and digital publications including Edge, Stuff, Wireframe, International Business Times, and PocketGamer.biz. Throughout his career, Chris has covered major industry events including GDC, PAX Australia, Gamescom, Paris Games Week, and Develop Brighton. He has featured on the judging panel at The Develop Star Awards on multiple occasions and appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss breaking news.

Daily news, dev blogs, and stories from Game Developer straight to your inbox

You May Also Like