The Black In Gaming Foundation (BIG) celebrated the accomplishments of Black professionals across the v during the 2026 BIG Awards ceremony, recognizing a group of trailblazers whose work continues to shape the future of the medium. Held annually, the BIG Awards highlight leaders, creators, and advocates whose contributions span development, media, art, programming, education, and community impact. The 2026 ceremony was hosted by iAsia Brown and featured nine honorees whose work is helping drive greater representation and opportunity across the gaming space. Among the night’s biggest honors, Lisette Montgomery received the Gerald “Jerry” Lawson Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing a career…
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At PAX East 2025, I had the chance to sit down with Karen Morrison and Shannon Loftis from the IGDA Foundation—a global nonprofit dedicated to supporting underrepresented and marginalized developers, as well as anyone interested in breaking into the gaming industry. The IGDA Foundation provides free mentorships, professional development programs, and career opportunities, helping newcomers get their start while also guiding seasoned pros looking to grow into leadership roles. Their mission is simple but powerful: to build a more diverse, inclusive, and accessible games industry where everyone has the chance to thrive. Learn more: https://www.igdafoundation.org