Representation in Entertainment Media and Technology: Exploring current Challenges and Opportunities
Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion with researchers and industry practitioners as we delve into the complex challenges and promising opportunities surrounding representation in media technology. The event will focus on the progress made toward inclusivity and critically examine how current technological innovations interact with and impact the representation of marginalised social identities.
Event details of
Representation in Entertainment Media and Technology: Exploring current Challenges and Opportunities
- Date
- 24 March 2025
- Time
- 17:00 -19:00
- Location
- SPUI25
Key topics include:
- Research insights on the (mis)representation of marginalised groups in video games, virtual reality, and other media.
- How industry and academic research are addressing these issues.
- Best practices for advancing inclusive technology design.
- Future collaborations among researchers, industry and users
We invite you to engage in this vital conversation, connect with experts in the field, and contribute to shaping a more equitable future in media technology.
Speakers
The event will be hosted by a team of UvA researchers—Chei Billedo, Martina Cossu, Irene Van Driel, and Andrea Weihrauch—who are currently studying representation in the tech industry.
