Video game marathons featuring high-level play by speedrunners raising money for charity. #FlameFatales 2023: Aug 13th- Aug 20th
Jul 12 • 5 tweets • 1 min read
We have canceled our sponsored stream with SNK.
We have heard the concerns from our community regarding this partnership, specifically the company’s majority ownership by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, and the human rights concerns tied to the Saudi government.
We will not accept the funds from this sponsorship or continue to work with this sponsor again.
GDQ is committed to supporting human rights and inclusivity, and we recognize that this partnership conflicted with those values.
Sep 7, 2022 • 7 tweets • 2 min read
It’s official! #AGDQ2023 will be taking place online January 8th-15th!
While we would love to return in-person, we’ve determined that to provide a safe and welcoming event to all it was best that we move away from our originally planned location in Florida.
See thread below.
Given the state’s continued disregard for COVID-19’s dangers (including anti-mandate policies) and an increased aggression towards LGBTQ+ individuals, including the law colloquially known as "Don't Say Gay," we do not believe it is a safe place for our community.
