World Sight Day
This World Sight Day, the Global Esports Federation encourages gamers to prioritize eye health. Your eyes are the true MVPs.
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Oct 9
World Mental Health Day
This year's World Mental Health Day spotlights the importance of mental health in the workplace.
Jun 12
The power of Gaming and Esports to embrace AI and transcend a binary world
GEF CEO Paul J. Foster opines on the power of esports to embrace new technologies and shape a better future.
Jun 11
International Day of Play: Embracing the Power of Play in Childhood
The GEF celebrates the International Day of Play on June 11, highlighting every child's right to play and its global impact.
Mar 21
Celebrating the Digital Heroes
Ming Wei Ng and Alan Damian Cruz at the Riyadh 2023 Global Esports Games
Feb 1
Global Esports Federation drives esports innovation and the future of gaming content
Executive Director, Programs and Content, Eric F. Brinkley aims to elevate the Global Esports Tour and redefine inclusive gaming culture
Jan 23
Global Unity in Learning
Nurturing Lasting Peace through UNESCO’s International Day of Education.
Dec 31, 2023
Global Esports Federation's GEF 5.0 Initiative focuses on wide-scale innovation
In an era where virtual worlds captivate billions, the GEF has emerged as a lighthouse of innovation and resilience in esports.
Dec 16, 2023
“Other esports events aren’t like this” - The 4am fight club at the Global Esports Games
The camaraderie among Street Fighter 6 players transcends the competitive arena, evolving into an impromptu "fight club".
Dec 15, 2023
Elevating esports excellence: Chris Chan's unanimous re-election as President of Global Esports
Innovation, unity, and a global vision: Navigating the next chapter in esports leadership.
Dec 15, 2023
#worldconnected in action
“The great thing about Global Esports Games is the friendships you make”
Dec 15, 2023
“We are united by a vision,” CEO Paul J. Foster looks forward to a remarkable GEF future
The dynamism of Saudi Arabia mirrors the Global Esports Federation.
Nov 3, 2023
Argentina’s Dota 2 pro puts it on the line for Pan American Esports Championships 2023
Mariano Andres Caneda risks visa for Santiago 2023, driven by passion and love for esports
Nov 2, 2023
Barbadian rap and basketball star targets Panam Esports Championships glory
Keoma Mallett knows the unique pride of pulling on the shirt of an international sports team: he represented Barbados in junior basketball
Oct 30, 2023
“There is no greater sense of pride” – athletes delight as #PEC23 approaches
Chilean hosts and international visitors prepare to make history in Santiago, Chile
Oct 10, 2023
Leveling Up Mental Health: Embracing the Power of Gaming on World Mental Health Day
Mental health is a universal human right, and by harnessing gaming's multifaceted impact, we promote a more inclusive, empathetic society.
Sep 22, 2023
‘This is the biggest so far’: Panam Sports President excited for #PEC23
More athletes, more nations, and more eyes on the action than ever before, the Pan American Esports Championships heads for the record books
Jul 2, 2023
#worldconnected events like this take away borders
Bosnia Herzegovina’s epic journey to the European Games Esports Championships
Jul 2, 2023
Esports is on the world stage
GEF and EOC thrilled as inaugural European Games Esports Championships begins
Jul 1, 2023
100 esports athletes from 28 countries compete in first-ever European Games Esports Championships
European eFootball™ 2023 and Rocket League athletes thrilled to line up alongside traditional sports
Jul 1, 2023
Playing at European Games Esports Championships ~ “An incredible honor” ~ Irish eFootballer Glitch8d
Nollaig ‘Glitch8d’ O’Donnell, 24, from county Cork in Ireland, works as a popular streamer she is when not gaming.
May 4, 2023
Spring forward, the next lap 2023 and beyond
Paul J Foster, CEO, GEF reflects on the progress of the GEF, and looks forward to charting new horizons, this year and beyond.
Apr 28, 2023
Tomorrow’s heroes center stage at the European Games Esports Championships Katowice 2023
GEF Board Member & Chair of the Coordination Commission, Aurelia Ruetsch (France) looks forward to a thrilling summer ahead in Katowice
Dec 17, 2022
Gaming community helps Uruguayan deal with family tragedy
Willams Freire Mendez has been through huge trauma over recent months, but esports have offered solace and support
Dec 16, 2022
eFootball™ 2023 ‘genderless’, according to the female pioneers creating waves at #GEG22
Friends, rivals and international athletes, Chilean Dhayann Muñoz, and Brazil’s Monik Bisoni, see ‘no limits’ for women in eFootball
Dec 16, 2022
‘We like to attack!’ – meet the PUGB MOBILE Brazilians who are here to entertain
PUBG MOBILE is perhaps the most frantic, unpredictable game of all, but for Brazil’s team, offense is the most effective way to stay alive
Dec 15, 2022
Rivals team up to deliver a #worldconnected #GEG22 insiders’ guide to Street Fighter V
Defending champion GamerBee and challenger sTaLK share a deep appreciation of everything Street Fighter V and GEG22 have to offer...
Dec 15, 2022
Team Namibia’s Istanbul 2022 Global Esports Games insider guide to DOTA 2
‘Meeting new people and learning constantly’ is what it is all about, according to the Namibian DOTA 2 team...
Dec 15, 2022
Welcome to Istanbul: ‘An amazing place, an amazing opportunity’, says DOTA 2 player Huxley
British CEC silver medalist is aiming to go one better in the GEG DOTA 2 women’s event
Dec 14, 2022
#worldconnected Istanbul Global Esports Games 2022 inspiring hometown hero to new heights
Türkiye’s Arda Yildiz cannot wait to welcome the world for the GEF’s annual celebration of the truly diverse global esports community
Dec 14, 2022
Peruvians ready to share their esports passion – and bring the DOTA 2 trophy home
It's 11,800km from Lima to Istanbul, but Peru's esports delegation knows that it's well worth it to get #worldconnected
Dec 14, 2022
Istanbul 2022 Global Esports Games a beacon of hope for Ukrainian eFootballer
Ukraine’s Vitaly Litvinov has held on to the GEG 2022 as his chance to connect with his community despite the difficult time
Dec 12, 2022
President Chris Chan lives Global Esports Federation’s vision and mission
Seeing athletes succeeding within an ecosystem that celebrates and inspires youth is part of a vision shared by Chris and the GEF.
Dec 3, 2022
Role model PixiePoppins proves esports really is for everyone
Jennifer ‘PixiePoppins’ Briggs does not let disability get in her way; disability is not a roadblock to playing esports at the highest level
Nov 19, 2022
Pioneering Olympic champion Ruggiero loving ‘bringing worlds together’
Helping the GEF bridge the gap between esports and traditional sports is just the sort of challenge that Angela Ruggiero relishes.
Nov 1, 2022
Excitement rises across the Americas: 1-year countdown to Santiago 2023 Panam Esports Championships
Two worlds come together as esports prepares to be a fully integrated part of a major multi-sport event for the first time.
Oct 20, 2022
Dr Melita N. Moore on helping to shape esports with GEF: “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity”
Renowned sports physician Dr Melita N. Moore has become a global pioneer in esports medicine.
Oct 18, 2022
Highly experienced Hindson planning for Istanbul and beyond
Lisa Hindson, one of the world’s leading sports event planners and operators advises GEF for the Istanbul 2022 Global Esports Games and more
Sep 22, 2022
Panam Sports President loves GEF’s ‘passion’ and opportunity to connect with a ‘new’ audience
Esports athletes will be a fully integrated part of the Santiago 2023 Pan American Games at the Pan American Esports Championships.
Sep 20, 2022
On Birmingham 2022 and moving forward to the Panam Games: “we all knew this was a special moment”
GEF CEO shares experiences of the Commonwealth Esports Championships Birmingham 2022 and the exciting 2023 Panam Esports Championships
Aug 7, 2022
Kenyan Pro Gamer QueenArrow: “You can’t be #worldconnected without Africa”
Sylvia Gathoni Wahome, better known as QueenArrow, is a professional esports player and content creator from Nairobi, Kenya.
Aug 6, 2022
Olympic swimmer Dearing reveals how esports helps her mental game
There are so many similarities between esports and sport. You have to look after your body and mind for that like all athletes have to do.
Aug 6, 2022
Female gamers on the rise: ‘We want to show other girls that they can pursue their dreams’
We can do just as well as them. We should all be treated fairly, no matter what gender. ~ Ceinwen Fisher
Aug 4, 2022
Moin Ejaz - The Insider’s Guide to DOTA 2
It’s hard work, commitment, and a ‘never give up’ attitude that got me to where I am now. Play the game and commit 100% to it. ~ Moin Ejaz
Aug 4, 2022
Esports communities ‘so supportive’ says trans athlete Rosie Williams ahead of CEC debut
“Be unapologetic. Being unapologetic is the best thing you can do. Everyone else will come around.” ~ Rosie Williams
Jul 29, 2022
The insider’s guide to Rocket League
It’s flying cars playing soccer. There is no other game to describe it. It has its own unique expression.
Jul 22, 2022
Sports-mad nation embraces E Blacks as ‘historic moment’ looms in Birmingham
Adopting the term E Blacks helped break down barriers and make esports more inclusive. ~ Jonathan Jansen
Jul 22, 2022
‘The CEC will open people’s eyes’: Esports Association, Ghana can’t wait to fly flag in Birmingham
Gaming isn’t just a passion – it's a crucial tool for the socio-economic development of youth in Africa. ~ Kwesi Hayford
Jul 22, 2022
‘Big Stuff’ McInnes aims to put Scottish eFootball on the map
I’m so proud to be picked for Scotland, to represent my country. ~ Gary McInnes – aka Big Stuff
Jun 21, 2022
JINIS Esports Day, welcome to #worldconnected
The GEF collaborates with JINIS and JeSU to host the first Esports Day for students in Japan.
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