Arts and Humanities Research Council
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The Arts and Humanities Research Council is a UK public body, part of UK Research and Innovation, that funds research across the arts and humanities. Here it appears as a backer of a report on diversity in the UK games industry workforce.
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UK Games Industry Census 2020: Understanding Diversity in the UK Games Industry Workforce
The UK games industry is characterized by a young, highly educated, and international workforce that serves as a critical hub for creative talent.
- The UK games industry workforce is predominantly white (90%) and male (72%), with women accounting for only 28% of total sector employment.
- A 'leaky pipeline' effect persists where White British men from professional or managerial backgrounds are significantly overrepresented in senior leadership compared to entry-level roles.
- Mental health challenges are widespread, with 31% of industry professionals reporting experiences of anxiety or depression.
UkieDec 2025