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Bentonville Film Festival Announces 2025 Dates
The Bentonville Film Festival (BFFoundation), in collaboration with Walmart and Coca-Cola, has announced its 2025 festival dates for June 16-22 […] The post Bentonville Film Festival Announces 2025 Dates appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Hollywood and Tech Join Forces to Bridge the Gender Gap
On February 13, 2025, the Geena Davis Institute will host an inspiring event to bring together Hollywood and the tech […] The post Hollywood and Tech Join Forces to Bridge the Gender Gap appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Power Women’s Summit
Join the Geena Davis Institute on December 3, 2024, for an experience of empowerment, connection and inspiration at The Maybourne […] The post Power Women’s Summit appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Gamers Are Asking for More Inclusive Characters
Most players want character diversity in video games, according to a new report by the Geena Davis Institute in partnership […] The post Gamers Are Asking for More Inclusive Characters appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
New Resource Drives More Authentic Disability Storytelling on TV
The Geena Davis Institute has released a new Toolkit for the State of Disability Representation on Television, giving creators clear […] The post New Resource Drives More Authentic Disability Storytelling on TV appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
New Resource Advances Gender Equity in Chinese Advertising
The Geena Davis Institute has released a new Toolkit for Gender Representation in Advertising in China, turning research into practical […] The post New Resource Advances Gender Equity in Chinese Advertising appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
New Resource Strengthens Authentic Asian and Pacific Islander Storytelling
Creators now have access to a research-informed toolkit for inclusive API representation in entertainment media from the Geena Davis Institute. […] The post New Resource Strengthens Authentic Asian and Pacific Islander Storytelling appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
A Leader Driving Cultural Connection and Accountability
In the Bill Imada Member Spotlight, the Geena Davis Institute highlights a communications leader who has shaped multicultural marketing for […] The post A Leader Driving Cultural Connection and Accountability appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
A New Standard for Disability Storytelling on Screen
In its newest Spotlight, the Geena Davis Institute examines disability representation in Out of My Mind and why it signals […] The post A New Standard for Disability Storytelling on Screen appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
New Resource Helps Strengthen Inclusive Storytelling for Kids
Creators now have access to research-driven tips for on-screen representation in children’s TV from the Geena Davis Institute, designed to […] The post New Resource Helps Strengthen Inclusive Storytelling for Kids appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Jordan Peele Champions “No Drama” Filmmakers and New Paths in Storytelling
Inclusive storytelling in film is gaining momentum as Jordan Peele highlights the rise of “No Drama” filmmakers—creators who challenge traditional […] The post Jordan Peele Champions “No Drama” Filmmakers and New Paths in Storytelling appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Fifty-Plus Female Actors Are Recognized Less Than Their Male Counterparts
With respect to Oscars recognition for women 50+, just one of the female acting nominees at this year’s Oscars is […] The post Fifty-Plus Female Actors Are Recognized Less Than Their Male Counterparts appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
New Guide Supports Accurate Menopause Storytelling
Creators now have access to a research-driven menopause representation guide from the Geena Davis Institute, designed to improve how menopause […] The post New Guide Supports Accurate Menopause Storytelling appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Beyond the Page: Authentic Disability Storytelling in Peacock’s “All Her Fault”
GDI is honored to share this exclusive, behind-the-scenes conversation with “All Her Fault” creator and executive producer Megan Gallagher and […] The post Beyond the Page: Authentic Disability Storytelling in Peacock’s “All Her Fault” appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
New Resource Guides Authentic Depictions of Midlife on Screen
Creators now have a research-backed toolkit for portrayals of menopause on screen, developed by the Geena Davis Institute to support […] The post New Resource Guides Authentic Depictions of Midlife on Screen appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Oscars 2026: Women over 40 get to be complicated on screen, finally
A new article from The 19th explores a long-standing gap in Hollywood storytelling: the lack of complex roles for women […] The post Oscars 2026: Women over 40 get to be complicated on screen, finally appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Michelle Garza Cervera Is Changing the Face of Horror
Horror has always pushed boundaries—but the role of women in horror, especially behind the camera, remains limited, shaping whose stories […] The post Michelle Garza Cervera Is Changing the Face of Horror appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Girls Succeed in STEM. Representation Still Lags
Girls continue to excel in science and math classrooms. But somewhere between early interest and long-term careers, many are still […] The post Girls Succeed in STEM. Representation Still Lags appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
You’re Invited: Advance Screening of I SWEAR
Join the Geena Davis Institute for a special I SWEAR advance screening in Los Angeles, for a first look at […] The post You’re Invited: Advance Screening of I SWEAR appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .
Ever wish you could talk to Geena Davis?
As a member of the Geena Davis Institute, you can. Members are invited to Ask Geena Anything—a small-group Zoom where […] The post Ever wish you could talk to Geena Davis? appeared first on Geena Davis Institute .