Game Design Emerging Talents: She Got Game – Pro Helvetia
In the ever‑evolving world of interactive storytelling, She Got Game is more than a mentoring programme , it’s a movement. Spearheaded by Pro Helvetia – the Swiss Arts Council, this initiative champions equal opportunities in the Swiss and international game industry, with a laser focus on elevating women into leadership roles.
For African women game designers, this is a rare gateway to global networks, expert mentorship, and the resources to bring bold, original visions to life.
Who Can Apply
The 2025 call is open to professional game designers who identify as women from regions including West, Central, East, and Southern Africa , alongside peers from the Arab region, East Asia, South America, South Asia, and Vietnam.
Applicants should be emerging talents:
- Trained in a specific game‑related field or
- Founders of a game company (as a legal entity) established less than seven years ago.
What They’re Looking For
Projects must be:
- Digital content for computers, consoles, mobile, or mixed‑reality devices
- Highly interactive, with strong narrative or aesthetic impact
- Original, feasible, innovative, and marketable
- Fully owned by the project leaders in terms of copyright and usage rights
What You’ll Gain
Selected participants receive:
- Individual coaching on project development, business strategy, finances, marketing, PR, and pitch skills
- Entry into a growing global community of women game developers
- CHF 3,000 towards producing a prototype or demo
- Potential access to international trade fairs
- Additional childcare/travel support for parents attending fairs
🗓 Key Dates
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications open | 1 July 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 September 2025, 23:59 CEST |
| Decision notification | November 2025 |
| Earliest project start | 1 January 2026 |
Why This Matters for Africa’s Creative Economy
From Nairobi to Lagos, Cape Town to Dar es Salaam, African women are redefining the gaming landscape — blending indigenous storytelling, cutting‑edge tech, and entrepreneurial grit. She Got Game offers the mentorship, funding, and visibility to take these narratives to the world stage.
For CreatePreneurAfrica, this is exactly the kind of opportunity that aligns with our mission: amplifying African creative voices and connecting them to global platforms.
How to Apply
Full details and application guidelines are available on Pro Helvetia’s official programme page. All documents must be submitted in English.
Editorial Note: If you’re an African woman game designer with a story to tell and a world to build, this is your moment. Step into the arena — the game is yours to change.
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