DIG Roundtable: Prioritize Mental Health in the Games Industry (Oct 16, 12-1pm)

Join DIG for a thoughtful conversation on recognizing burnout, mental health at work, and being kind to yourself through turbulence.

Diversity in Games is excited to present their next virtual roundtable event on October 16. Proudly sponsored by A Thinking Ape and DigiBC.

Join us on Zoom for an online roundtable session about prioritizing mental health in the games industry. Discussion topics include navigating layoffs, recognizing burnout, discussing mental health with your employers and more. Additionally, attending the event puts you in a draw for door prizes!

Speakers:
Divya Dias, Narrative Designer, Amazon Games
Carrie Mah, Staff UX Designer, Fortis Games
Myke Synnett, IT Analyst, CWB
Alberto García Acosta, Game Localization Specialist, Independent/Freelancer

When: October 16, 12:00 – 1:00pm PDT

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/prioritize-mental-health-in-the-games-industry-a-dig-roundtable-tickets-1037449939697

*Open to individuals of any gender identity.
*Free to attend but space is limited, so please register in advance!
*Zoom link will be sent out the day before the event.

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