IGDA Foundation Mentor Database

Thank you for your interest in becoming a mentor with the IGDA Foundation!

We are building a database of mentors interested in assisting underrepresented game developers selected for IGDA Foundation programs. As a global initiative focused on underrepresented individuals, we often come across people with uniquely diverse experiences. Our goal is to match their needs accordingly, with empathy and specificity.

Mentorship with the IGDA Foundation’s grantees might take numerous forms, from direct one-on-one mentorship, to portfolio or resume reviews, networking roundtables etc etc. You’ll be given the opportunity to specify what forms of mentorship you’re interested in taking on. If you have any questions, please email info@igdafoundation.com
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IGDA-Foundation programs are often split between three cohorts, a brief description of each is listed below:

International Scholars

Designed for current students and recent graduates from colleges and universities around the world, including HBCUs and HSIs. (Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Hispanic-Serving Institutions).

Velocity

Designed for professionals seeking to transition into games by utilising their experience from another industry.

Next Gen Leaders

Designed for mid-career (4-7 years) professionals in the gaming industry looking to advance into senior and leadership roles. 

Please select any of the cohort(s) that you would like to support.
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Mentorship can take many forms with the IGDA-Foundation.

Currently, our largest endeavour is the Virtual Exchange, which is held in August - September. During this time, we ask our mentors to meet with their assigned one-on-one mentee for 3x during the 6-week program (approximately 30 minutes each time).

While this is our largest form of mentorship, there are numerous ways to volunteer your expertise with the IGDA Foundation.  
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We appreciate your support!
Thank you so much for taking time to fill out this form, we will be selecting our 2024 grantees in June and let you know if you have been matched. If you are not matched individually, and you've expressed interest in other types of mentorship support, we will reach out as other opportunities arise.
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