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Creating space for women and gender-diverse people in games MIGW Conference & Networking - Oct 4 takingupspace.games

Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

"Change does not happen in a vacuum, it's a million little steps pulling in the same direction" Heartfelt closing words from Zea @zeawolfe.bsky.social Big thanks to all our speakers and organisers today. It was a beautiful day. Happy games week everyone! Keep taking up space ❤️❤️❤️

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

"Sometimes making space is literally making a space, how can we create the environment" Dr Helen Stuckey, Alex Beaty and Megan Summers speak about allyship and advocacy in action! @alexbestie.com.au

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

"Sometimes making games can be like holding a mirror up to yourself" Samantha Low speaks about creating 'Meet Me At Shinjuku Station' @rinoaskyes.bsky.social

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

"When you exhale out into the world, the world is fundamentally changed" A moment of calm and inspiration with Penelope Murphy

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

"Good intentions vs not so good effects" Zainab Darbas spilling some spicy truths about how we feel being categorised by checkboxes.

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Kicking off Taking Up Space with @jojofinal-final.bsky.social "sometimes it's just holding open a door" ❤️❤️❤️

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Get ready for a panel of absolute superstars when it comes to Gender Allyship and Advocacy in the Games Industry. Join us at TAKING UP SPACE Conference to hear how we can make the games (and the world) a more inclusive and welcoming place.

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

What are the wins and challenges that other industries face when it comes to DEI? Rayn and Nat will explore their findings at TAKING UP SPACE.

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Another classic TUS talk series this time by amazing Penelope! Come join us at TAKING UP SPACE Conference to hear fresh perspectives on games development.

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

How does Samantha's identity come through in her work? Join us at TAKING UP SPACE Conference to find out! Samantha Low (she/they) is a publishing director and narrative designer, best known for her work championing indie games through the Southeast Asian Games Showcase.

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

For the first time, Taking Up Space is also hosting a conference open to everyone in the games industry: developers, students, and industry professionals. Join us from 1-5pm on October 4 to hear fresh perspectives, discover practical ideas and make valuable connections. #migw #takingupspacegames

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Taking Up Space Networking Event is an intimate, relaxed and welcoming networking event for women and gender-diverse game developers — a chance to meet people from across the industry and build relationships that last far beyond the event. #migw #takingupspacegames

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Taking Up Space @takingupspacegames.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

For three years, Taking Up Space has created a space for women and gender-diverse people in games to connect, share and build. This year, we’re expanding that mission with a half-day conference open to everyone — welcoming all listeners to take away and implement the lessons shared by our speakers.

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