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Esports for Everyone

Esports are for Everyone

High school esports has been growing thanks to school districts that recognize the benefits of using this vehicle to improve education for young women and men.

There have been many success stories NASEF has been proud to be a part of. We've also had challenges: Some media outlets focus on the negative aspect of gaming. Negativity, toxic behavior, and discrimination exist in many gaming communities. NASEF wants to put an end to this. We believe that esports are for EVERYONE.

We're excited by a challenge. Our desire is to lead the conversation. We are #GameChangers.

 


 

the*gameHERs: Building a Mindset of Diversity and Inclusion of Girls and Women in Esports

 

THE*GAMEHERS - WHERE WOMEN WHO GAME CONNECT

 

Women in Gaming: An Introduction

Coach Bethany Pyles wrote a compelling blog post where she discusses the reality that women face when gaming on a daily basis. Whether it's being sexually harassed, being marginalized, spoken down to or simply being told, "you don't belong here because you're a woman," these actions go against everything NASEF stands for. 

Coach Bethany Pyles

This blog post is a must-read for all gamers. Young men need to read how the actions of others affect their fellow gamers. Young women need to read that they're not alone. Teachers, administrators, general managers, and others need to be made aware of how toxic behavior affects our fellow gamers.

We can all be a part of this solution by educating each other and keeping our clubs accountable!

You can read Bethany's blog post here: Women in Gaming: An Introduction.

Fuslie Speaks About Dealing with Toxic Behavior Online

Coaches Corner: Carrie Holakovsky

My name is Carrie, also known as “Zabi” and I’m a esports coach for Connected Camps and NASEF. My origin into esports started when I was younger. I grew up playing games on the Nintendo 64 and Playstation 2. I often played a variety of games and followed my interests year over year. I became a huge fan of the “Mortal Kombat” and the Tony Hawk series. [Read More]

Exciting News from Lancaster, PA!

 

 


 

Resources for Clubs

  • AnyKey: For diversity, inclusion, and fairness in competitive gaming.
  • CyberSmile: An organization that works to stop cyberbullying.
  • OnlineSOS: Online SOS is a safe place where people can find tools, information and, above all, empowerment, in the face of online harassment.
  • Women of Esports: Women of Esports (WoE) empowers women in the esports industry through our global community and mentorship program.
  • Reddit - /r/GirlGamers: This is a community space for ladies to hang out, talk about gaming, and game together. We also discuss topics around women in geek culture and debrief about experiences that occur as a result of their gender.
  • ComboQueens: Online community for women who play fighting games.

NASEF's Core Values

NASEF’s Core Values are Learning, Opportunity, Community, Diversity, and Respect. 

We use esports to keep LEARNING skills outside of the classroom that will help students in all aspects of life. 

When we provide OPPORTUNITY for our students, we provide a safe and engaging space for all students to connect, play, learn, and grow. 

Thinking about ourselves as a COMMUNITY helps us focus on building relationships of interconnected scholar players who demonstrate leadership, accountability, commitment, and fortitude.

When we embrace DIVERSITY, we develop strong character and self-identity so that all participants celebrate individuality and differences. 

Through RESPECT, we honor the human potential for respect of self and others.