With Gen Con right around the corner, we’d like to shine a spotlight on one of the recipients of funds from this year’s Gen Con Charity Auctions—the Rose Gauntlet Foundation.
The Rose Gauntlet Foundation aims to provide a platform that grants access to education, networking, and resources for individuals who wish to pursue a career in the tabletop gaming industry. They are committed to promoting diversity and equity in the gaming community by supporting and amplifying the voices of underrepresented groups.
At Gen Con, the Rose Gauntlet Foundation hosts the BIPOC Lounge—a social, recharge, and networking space for BIPOC at the largest gaming convention in America. First introduced in 2022, the BIPOC Lounge has become an official, convention-supported feature of Gen Con. As part of the BIPOC Lounge festivities, Rose Gauntlet also hosts a BIPOC Social Mixer, Mentorship Meetings, and more!
Outside of Gen Con, the Rose Gauntlet Foundation continues doing phenomenal work to help underrepresented groups in the games industry. At PAXU, they host “Big Gay Dinner,” a social and networking event for LGBTQIA+ industry professionals. Formerly at Origins and making a space this year at PAX West, “Game Changers” focuses on women in board and roleplaying games.
Paizo is proud to support the Rose Gauntlet Foundation through our Gen Con Charity Auctions. Keep an eye out for those auctions as we get closer to Gen Con.
If you’re interested in volunteering or donating to the Rose Gauntlet Foundation, take a look at the opportunities on their site!
Introducing Gen Con Charity Partner – Rose Gauntlet Foundation!
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
