Mentorship
Supporting, inspiring, and empowering women across the gaming industry through connection, community, and shared learning. Explore the mentorship experiences that help shape the next generation of leaders.
About
Global Gaming Women’s mentorship experiences are designed to build community, strengthen connections, and support the personal and professional growth of women across the gaming industry. Through a mix of near‑peer mentorship, peer‑driven circles, and community‑building events, participants gain relevant guidance, relatable experiences, and meaningful relationships that help them grow with confidence.
Lean In Circle
Lean In Circles are where women come together to build meaningful connections, exchange experiences, and share strategies for success. Whether you are just beginning your career in gaming or are a seasoned leader, Lean In Circles provide the tools, resources, and community support to help you grow and thrive. Applications for both Lean In moderators and participants open each fall, creating opportunities for women at every stage of their careers to lead, learn, and grow.
What are Lean In Circles?
Lean In Circles are small, recurring gatherings where women meet in a supportive, confidential space to learn and grow together. Circles are designed to harness the power of peer connection, mentorship, and shared experience. Many describe their Circle as a “personal board of advisors” or a trusted group that inspires, challenges, and empowers them to elevate both their personal and professional lives.
How can a circle help me?
Circles explore real-world topics that matter most to women in gaming, including (but not limited to):
- Power, influence, and the art of persuasion
- Gender equality and equity in the workplace
- Work-life balance and the economics of well-being
- Personal branding and visibility
- Effective workplace communication
- Inclusive and authentic leadership
- Strategies for confidence-building and personal growth
One Up One Down
OneUpOneDown is a unique and impactful opportunity designed to foster connection, confidence, and career growth among women across the gaming industry.
This virtual program pairs less experienced professionals “One Down” with more experienced peers “One Up” in a near-peer mentorship model. By connecting individuals just a few steps apart in their career journeys, the experience becomes immediately relevant, highly relatable, and deeply empowering.
Hear directly from members about how the program has shaped their journeys and built lasting connections through our Participant Testimonials.
Global Gaming Women (GGW) partners with OneUpOneDown to increase visibility and support for women at all levels in gaming. Together, they create a space where both mentors and mentees gain perspective, confidence, and community through authentic, career‑shaping relationships.
Sip & Social
Sip & Social events are hosted both in‑person and virtually throughout the year. They bring gaming professionals together to connect, share stories and insights, forge new friendships, and grow meaningful professional networks.
Each event features inspirational talks, engaging conversations, and a welcoming atmosphere for like‑minded professionals.
2026 Date – More Info Coming Soon!
Join a Global Community
We are executives and up and coming game changers, collaborators and diverse individuals. No matter who you are, we join together and uplift one another through knowledge and connections that will empower us all to succeed.