ReportInteractive Games & Entertainment Association
Inclusion, Diversity, Equality, Accessibility Statement: Australia & New Zealand
24 Feb 20261 pages~3 min full read
The Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) has established a formal policy framework to mandate inclusion, diversity, equality, and accessibility standards across the Australian and New Zealand video game industry.
IGEA is restructuring its internal governance by appointing a dedicated Diversity Lead and committing to audit and dismantle existing inequities within its own policies.
The association is expanding diverse representation across its board and committees to ensure broader demographic inclusion in industry leadership.
Operational accessibility standards are being implemented for all IGEA communications, including the mandatory use of live captioning, Auslan interpretation, and alt-text.
The policy mandates the integration of Aboriginal cultural protocols, specifically requiring Welcome to Country ceremonies and Acknowledgement of Country, across industry engagements.
IGEA will utilize its position as a peak trade body to provide external resources and support for employers aiming to improve workplace inclusivity.
The statement articulates a commitment by the Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA) to foster inclusion, diversity, equality, and accessibility across the video‑game sector in Australia and New Zealand. It positions the association as the peak trade body responsible for modeling equitable practices and ensuring that the industry can be enjoyed by all participants, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, ethnicity, religion, age, or other personal characteristics.
Key actions outlined include appointing a dedicated Diversity Lead, embedding accessibility features such as live captioning, Auslan interpretation, and alt‑text in all communications, and actively seeking Aboriginal participation for Welcome to Country ceremonies and Acknowledgement of Country protocols. The association pledges to audit and dismantle inequities within its own policies, expand diverse representation on its board and committees, and oppose any unlawful discrimination. It also commits to using its platform to promote and support external diversity initiatives, providing resources that enable other employers to create inclusive workplaces.
The scope covers the entire Australian and New Zealand video‑game industry, encompassing IGEA’s staff, contractors, suppliers, and broader stakeholder network. While no empirical data or survey methodology is presented, the statement functions as a policy framework that sets measurable expectations for internal governance and external advocacy, signalling a strategic shift toward a more inclusive industry culture.
