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Smiling Chinese girl and boy sitting on school grounds, representing gender diversity in Chinese advertising

UNICEF and UN Women Commissioned Report on Gender Representation in Chinese Advertising

Miranda Cosgrove, host of Mission Unstoppable, sits smiling against a futuristic purple and blue background. The CBS show inspires girls to pursue STEM careers.

How ‘Mission Unstoppable’ powers girls toward STEM careers – and has a blast along the way

Report cover to Aging in Play: Representations of Age in Video Games

Leveling Up: The Role of Age in Video Games

Smiling Black woman wearing a gaming headset and holding a controller, alongside a screenshot of the GDI Playbook website promoting inclusive game design.

February 26, 2025

GDI SPOTLIGHT Inclusive Game Design: How the GDI Playbook helps developers imagine games that match the audience

February 21, 2025

Women in STEM Representation in Hollywood: SPECTRUM NEWS 1“If she can see it, she can be it”: How Hollywood shapes women in STEM

Shannon Topinka and Geena Davis stand together at an industry event, smiling and dressed in professional attire.

February 18, 2025

Member Profile: Shannon Topinka