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Ep. 97: Gina Hara | Building a Kinder Game Industry with Gamerella

In this episode of Creative Full Time, host Alison Mullings sits down with Gina Hara, co-director of Gamerella, an initiative that’s been shaping a more inclusive, supportive, and equitable gaming community since 2013. Gina shares her journey into the gaming world and how Gamerella began as a safe space for underrepresented voices in game development. We talk about what goes into organizing these unique game jam events, the mentorship program that helps new creators thrive, and the importance of kindness and empathy in an often competitive industry. If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t fit into traditional spaces in gaming or creative industries, this conversation will remind you that there is room for everyone and that community can be a catalyst for real change. More about Gamerella at www.gamerella.ca Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gamerella 03:35 The Structure and Philosophy of Game Jams 06:38 The Evolution of Gamerella 09:49 Gina's Journey into Game Making 12:22 Creating Inclusive Spaces in Gaming 15:36 The Impact of Community and Mentorship 18:34 Lessons Learned and Future Aspirations 25:14 Gamerella: Bridging Communities Online and Offline 26:26 Creating Welcoming Spaces for All 27:54 Inspiring Stories: A Grandmother's Game Jam Journey 29:41 Challenging Toxicity in Gaming Spaces 30:50 Sponsorships and Support for Gamerella 32:13 Innovative Mentorship Programs in Gaming 35:33 Realities of the Gaming Industry 39:22 The Co-Directors of Gamerella 41:17 Advice to Younger Self: Embrace Your Passion 44:36 Building Community and Family in Gaming