Geena Davis and the 2025 Bentonville Film Festival Lineup Are Here
The 2025 Bentonville Film Festival lineup is officially live, as announced in Deadline. Co-founded by Academy Award winner and Institute […]
Geena Davis Launches Empowering New Picture Book The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page
We are thrilled to announce the release of Geena Davis’s debut picture book, The Girl Who Was Too Big for […]
Join Us at the 2025 Bentonville Film Festival!
June 16–22, 2025Bentonville, Arkansas The countdown is on! The Bentonville Film Festival (BFF) — entering its 11th groundbreaking year — […]
UNICEF and UN Women Commissioned Report on Gender Representation in Chinese Advertising
A new study, supported by UNICEF China and UN Women China, reveals how gender is portrayed in advertising across the […]
How ‘Mission Unstoppable’ powers girls toward STEM careers – and has a blast along the way
There was an episode featuring a USA National Swim Team member who redirected her skills into becoming an underwater engineer. […]
Leveling Up: The Role of Age in Video Games
How Video Games Represent Age—and Where They Fall Short Video games have evolved in countless ways, but one aspect remains […]
Inclusive Game Design: How the GDI Playbook helps developers imagine games that match the audience
Retro video gamers learned long ago that a little inclusivity goes a long way. Pac-Man set arcades ablaze in the […]
Women in STEM Representation in Hollywood: SPECTRUM NEWS 1“If she can see it, she can be it”: How Hollywood shapes women in STEM
A 2018 study by the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, updated last year, revealed that media exposes 81% […]
Member Spotlight: Shannon Topinka
Strategic Collaborator with a Prescription for Women’s Health Care At the Geena Davis Institute, our members are changemakers, shaping a […]
Amplifying Black Voices: Nielsen Study Connects Culture with the Bottom Line
A new study from Nielsen, which arrives just in time for Black History Month, serves as a reminder that Black […]
20 Years of Impact: How the Geena Davis Institute is Changing Media Representation
For 20 years, the Geena Davis Institute has been at the forefront of transforming media representation. From film to television, […]
People Magazine: Geena Davis To Write and Illustrate Debut Book ‘The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page.”
The Oscar-winning actress and producer, shared exclusively with PEOPLE that she will publish her debut children’s book, “The Girl Who […]
The Geena Davis Institute: 20 Years of Impact
For 20 years, the Geena Davis Institute has been at the forefront of transforming media representation. From film to television, […]
Charting Progress in Film Diversity: Power Women Summit Panel
Representation in Family Films – 2024 Study by Geena Davis Institute
Introduction Representation in family films plays a crucial role in shaping how audiences, especially children, perceive the world. The Geena […]
The Wrap: LGBTQ+, Fat and Disabled Characters Combined Only Make Up 10% of Film Roles, Study Finds
Power Women Summit: The Geena Davis Institute’s new film study additionally finds that roles given to people over age 50 […]
Geena Davis on Paving the Way for America’s First Female President
Hollywood Reporter The actress and series creator Rod Lurie talk about their groundbreaking ABC show ‘Commander in Chief’ and its […]
Bentonville Film Festival Sets Dates for 2025 Event and Launches New Creator Summit
Hollywood Reporter The Bentonville Film Festival has set the dates for its 2025 event and announced its inaugural BFF Creator Convergence: Amplifying […]
New Research: Geena Davis Institute Launches 2024 “See Jane” Report on On-Screen Representation in Children’s Television
Discover the latest research on diversity and inclusion in children’s television. The See Jane 2024 Report reveals key gaps in gender, race, and disability representation, offering actionable steps to create more inclusive media.
Press Release: Geena Davis Institute’s “On Screen Representation in Children’s Television Study” Reveals Female Leads Reach Record High
LOS ANGELES – September 25, 2024 – Geena Davis Institute (GDI), the leading global research-driven advocacy organization, today released, “See […]
The Unstoppable Rise of Women’s Sports: Brands, Fans & Big Gains
Women’s sports growth has exploded in recent years, led by the meteoric rise of women’s basketball. Once overlooked, it now […]
Deadline: Geena Davis, Alfre Woodard & Bill Pullman Among 6 Cast In Duffer Brothers’ ‘The Boroughs’
Geena Davis, Alfre Woodard, and Bill Pullman join Netflix’s exciting new series The Boroughs. Explore how this star-studded cast brings supernatural drama to life. Discover more details and exclusive insights today!
Geena Davis Institute Continues Partnership with Craig Newmark Philanthropies.
We’re excited to announce the Geena Davis Institute’s renewed partnership with Craig Newmark Philanthropies, advancing Cyber Civil Defense and Women in Tech initiatives. Together, we’re empowering women, reshaping cultural narratives, and fostering a more secure world.
Save the Date for Launch of 2024 See Jane Report in New York
Join us in New York City on September 24, 2024 to gain insights from the 2024 See Jane Report, which analyzes […]
Geena Davis Institute CEO and President Madeline was a featured guest on Hello Sunshine’s podcast “The Bright Side!”
Do you remember the first time you saw yourself truly represented on the screen? Madeline Di Nonno joined The Bright Side hosts […]
GDI Toolkit: Advancing Women’s Representation in Unscripted TV Production
Unveil key strategies to boost women’s representation in unscripted TV production. This toolkit equips content creators with actionable steps to […]
Empowering Women in Reality TV: Insights from Industry Leaders
The Geena Davis Institute’s “Shifting the Lens” event showcased female leaders shaping reality TV, driving diverse storytelling, and pushing for gender parity.
Deadline: Men Continue To Outnumber Women In Reality TV Production, According To New Study
A new study confirms what many women in TV production already suspect: males continue to outnumber females when it comes […]
Variety: Men Still Outnumber Women in Reality TV Production Roles, Study Finds
Gender imbalance persists among producers of unscripted TV programs in the U.S. and abroad, a study has found. The report, […]
The Hollywood Reporter: Reality TV Has a Major Parity Issue
A new study by Banijay Entertainment, Everywoman Studios and the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media reveals how imbalanced the industry […]
Banijay Entertainment, Everywoman Studios, and The Geena Davis Institute Expose Gender Disparity in Reality TV in Groundbreaking Study
Banijay Entertainment, Everywoman Studios, and The Geena Davis Institute unveil a pioneering study on women’s representation in unscripted television across the US, UK, Brazil, and France.
New Research: Behind the Scenes: Women’s Representation in Unscripted Television in the US, UK, Brazil, and France
Delve into revealing insights on women’s representation behind the scenes in unscripted television across the US, UK, Brazil, and France. […]
Three Women Dive into Telling the story of Disney’s “Young Woman and the Sea”
Olympic swimmer Siobhan-Marie O’Connor, who won a silver medal representing Great Britain at the 2016 Summer Games, said there’s an […]
Geena Davis Institute Hosts “Ask Geena Anything” Event, Offering Unfiltered Insights from Hollywood Icon
Join Geena Davis as she shares candid insights on gender equality in Hollywood at the “Ask Geena Anything” event. Watch a video clip and access exclusive content by becoming a member today!
AI Awareness: Increasing Cyber Safety and Opportunity in Our Schools, Screens, and Society
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how we process information and tell stories. With deep fakes on the rise and misinformation […]
GDI Toolkit: Representation in Advertising
Unlock actionable insights to drive diversity in advertising. This toolkit provides strategies to elevate gender, race, and identity portrayals in […]
New Research: The Power of Portrayal: Representation in Cannes Lions Film and Film Craft Shortlisted and Winning Work, 2006 to 2023
Unlock powerful insights into representation in Cannes Lions Film. This research highlights trends in gender, race, and identity portrayals from […]
GDI Toolkit: Are the Kids Alright?
Discover how TV can shape youth mental health perceptions. The Geena Davis Institute’s “Are the Kids Alright?” toolkit reveals insights […]
New Research: Are the Kids All Right? Portrayals of Mental Health in TV Watched by Children and Teens
Explore the portrayal of mental health representation on TV watched by youth. Discover how accurate portrayals can help children and […]
Geena Davis Institute Hosts 3rd Annual Night of Poetry Honoring Lucille Clifton
The Geena Davis Institute’s 3rd Annual Night of Poetry honored Lucille Clifton’s legacy with powerful readings and reflections. Discover event highlights and explore how storytelling drives cultural change. Learn more and join today!
SPOTLIGHT: “The Spider Within”: New short film shows teens how to escape web of anxiety
“The Spider Within” explores teenage anxiety through Miles Morales, reflecting the Geena Davis Institute’s mission to promote authentic portrayals and […]
Geena Davis Institute Celebrates 20th Anniversary with a Bold Rebrand!
LOS ANGELES (April 23, 2024) — Today, the Geena Davis Institute (GDI) proudly marks its 20th anniversary with a vitalized […]
SPOTLIGHT: Creative Confidence: The LEGO Group’s “Play Unstoppable” Guides Girls Towards Building Self-Esteem
It was the poet Maya Angelou who said, “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you […]
SPOTLIGHT: Elevating Latine Narratives: ‘Lopez vs. Lopez’ Shatters Stereotypes
n a compelling episode late in Season 1 of “Lopez vs. Lopez,” a character tries to stymie a fellow Latina […]
GDI Publishes New Toolkit: Rewriting Motherhood.
Toolkit for TV industry promotes diverse, realistic motherhood portrayals: urges flexible work for mom writers, expanded childcare, and casting beyond […]
SPOTLIGHT: Channeling Black Audiences: Nielsen Study Shows Inclusivity Equals Profitability
A memorable line from an old activist anthem warned that “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised.” But as it turns […]
InStyle: It’s Time to Rewrite the Script for TV Moms
Moms First, Meghan Markle’s Archwell Foundation, and the Geena Davis Institute studied how moms are portrayed on television. Spoiler alert: […]
Vanity Fair: Meghan Markle Is Teaming Up With Geena Davis to Change Our Perceptions of Moms on TV
On Thursday, the Duchess of Sussex and the nonprofit Moms First are announcing the results of a study on television […]
Moms First and the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media Release New Report on the Cultural Portrayals of Motherhood on TV; Call on Entertainment Industry to “Rewrite Motherhood”
Findings from the first-of-its-kind report show that while portrayals of motherhood on TV have improved historically, the realities of motherhood […]
GDI Publishes New Toolkit on Representation of Women in STEM
Explore our toolkit for insights on diversifying and enriching women’s portrayal in STEM on-screen, inspired by our “Portray Her 2.0” […]
Geena Davis Institute Publishes New Study Revealing Women in STEM are Underrepresented in TV and Film
LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — New findings from the latest report by the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media reveal male […]
The New York Times: How Sexist Is Hollywood? Check Out Geena Davis’s Spreadsheet
When it comes to quantifying bias in popular entertainment, the Academy Award winner’s in a league of her own. By Chris […]
NPR: A New Test Looks At The Way Muslim Women are Portrayed Onscreen
There are not a lot of Muslim women in American television shows or movies. For many people in the U.S., […]
Variety: It’s Time for Muslim Girls and Women to Have Their Moment in TV and Film
By Armani It’s time for the entertainment industry to evolve beyond Princess Jasmine. For the longest time, Disney’s “Aladdin” icon […]
