Non-Toxic project has tackled the issue of creating safer gaming activities for everyone. The Beginner’s Guide to Inclusive Gaming Activities can be downloaded free of charge in Finnish, Swedish and English, also as audiobooks.
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A groundbreaking guide has been introduced to equip parents and professionals with essential tools for promoting equality and preventing discrimination, harassment, and hate speech within the realm of gaming. With the shared mission of fostering equal participation, this initiative aims to cultivate a more wholesome gaming culture and ensure safer online spaces for everyone. Furthermore, the tools and methodologies are designed to extend beyond gaming, applicable in education and social settings.
As gaming becomes an increasingly integral part of daily life for numerous individuals, particularly in Finland, its social nature is evident through interactions with friends and strangers in virtual environments. However, in-depth studies have revealed that the gaming culture faces challenges regarding equality, with issues such as stereotyping, hate speech, and harassment prevalent. Those unfamiliar with the gaming landscape might oversimplify their perspective, categorizing it as either “positive” or “negative” for young individuals. Nevertheless, the aforementioned problems are not confined to gaming alone; they echo broader societal concerns linked to equality and self-expression.
Addressing these challenges, the City of Helsinki Youth Services has spearheaded the Non-Toxic project, an endeavor aimed at creating safer gaming experiences and expanding equitable gaming education initiatives. Building on years of diligent work, the project unveiled “The Beginner’s Guide to Inclusive Gaming Activities” on August 29, 2023. Tailored for adults working with young people and digital games, the guide offers a comprehensive re
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