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1 Year to Go: Los Angeles Prepares for Global Esports Games 2026
The Global Esports Federation and the Los Angeles Times Media Group mark the one-year countdown to the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games. Coinciding with the LA Times’ 144th anniversary, the milestone follows a meaningful moment in Athens where Sir Paul J. Foster and Dr Patrick Soon-Shiong participated in the Olympic Torch Relay, setting the stage for a landmark year ahead.
Dec 44 min read


World Food Day 2025: Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future
On World Food Day 2025, the Global Esports Federation stands hand in hand with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to turn play into purpose through the Play for Zero Hunger. Play for Impact. initiative. From October to December, the global #worldconnected community rallies to raise 50,000 meals via ShareTheMeal, proving that when we play together, we can power real change.
Oct 162 min read


Global Esports Federation confirms program for Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games
At its 16th Board Meeting, the Global Esports Federation approved the draft program for the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games, reaffirming a milestone on the road to its flagship U.S. event. The GEF Board also unanimously elected Paul J. Foster as President & CEO and endorsed new frameworks to grow the U.S. esports ecosystem, reinforcing the GEF’s global mission.
Sep 32 min read


Global Esports Federation anchors Innovation & Research Center in Athens
The Global Esports Federation, in partnership with Socialinnov, has launched its Innovation & Research Center in Athens. Anchoring a global network of hubs, the Athens IRC will drive education, empowerment, and digital opportunity, connecting esports with wellness, innovation, and sustainable career pathways.
Aug 272 min read
Features


Shaping a More Inclusive Future for Esports
Josselyn Abusabal is more than an esports champion—she’s a trailblazer shaping a more inclusive future for the gaming community. From winning gold at the Santiago 2023 Pan American Esports Championships to speaking at the United Nations, she’s using her platform to inspire women, youth, and underrepresented communities to rise, lead, and thrive in esports and beyond.
3 min read


Building Momentum: GEF’s Global Progress in the Year of Development
GEF CEO Paul J. Foster reflects on the first half of 2025—spotlighting key milestones, new frontiers, and a shared vision for the future of global esports
4 min read


Esports and the Future of Sport
At the International Olympic Academy, Thanos Karagrounas of the Global Esports Federation delivered a powerful message: esports is not just a trend, but a transformative force reshaping sport and education. As digital competition redefines athletic identity, the GEF is helping lead the way—aligning esports with youth, innovation, and the future of learning.
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