Spotlight: Nielsen Report Reveals Asian American Media Impact in 2025
Asian American media influence is reshaping the U.S. cultural landscape in 2025—from skyrocketing YouTube viewership to beauty trends rooted in […]
Member Spotlight: Patrick Hyde
Amplifying Untold Stories Geena Davis Institute Members are changemakers who know that on screen representation matters and are dedicated to […]
Member Spotlight: Sidney Clifton
Discover how Sidney Clifton, producer, storyteller, founder of The Clifton House and GDI advocate, champions inclusive storytelling and empowers diverse voices in the entertainment industry.
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Member Spotlight: Zenay Arnold
Discover how Zenay Arnold, co-founder of Queens Light Productions and GDI advocate, champions inclusive storytelling and empowers diverse voices in the entertainment industry.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Discover how Disney Juniors new series Mira Royal Detective celebrates a vibrant, diverse and magical culture!
Check out our exclusive interview with the voice of Mira, Leela Ladnier where she talks about Mira as a role model for young boys and girls as well as her own experiences with diversity. “Stay true to yourself; and, let the appreciation you have of your culture shine through. Remember who you are and never forget where you came from because your background is only going to help you push forward.”
