Josselyn Abusabal is more than an esports champion—she’s a trailblazer shaping a more inclusive future for the gaming community. From winning gold at the Santiago 2023 Pan American Esports Championships to speaking at the United Nations, she’s using her platform to inspire women, youth, and underrepresented communities to rise, lead, and thrive in esports and beyond.

GEF CEO Paul J. Foster reflects on the first half of 2025—spotlighting key milestones, new frontiers, and a shared vision for the future of global esports

At the International Olympic Academy, Thanos Karagrounas of the Global Esports Federation delivered a powerful message: esports is not just a trend, but a transformative force reshaping sport and education. As digital competition redefines athletic identity, the GEF is helping lead the way—aligning esports with youth, innovation, and the future of learning.

Web Summit Vancouver pulsed with energy, ideas, and real connection. From Opening Night to a dynamic esports panel, GEF CEO Paul J. Foster reflects on the value of showing up — in person, in community, and in conversation — to help shape the future of esports and beyond.

Esports isn’t just about playing games—it’s about building futures. Discover how this global movement is redefining youth opportunity, blending physical wellness with digital engagement, and empowering a new generation to thrive.

Reflecting on 4 incredible years as GEF CEO—building a global esports movement powered by inclusion, innovation, and belonging.

Discover how AI and education in esports empower gamers to enhance skills, explore careers, and achieve growth while preserving creativity.

Global Esports Federation CEO, Paul J. Foster charts a path of growth, innovation, and inclusion for a transformative year.

This World Sight Day, the Global Esports Federation encourages gamers to prioritize eye health. Your eyes are the true MVPs.

This year's World Mental Health Day spotlights the importance of mental health in the workplace.

GEF CEO Paul J. Foster opines on the power of esports to embrace new technologies and shape a better future.

The GEF celebrates the International Day of Play on June 11, highlighting every child's right to play and its global impact.

Ming Wei Ng and Alan Damian Cruz at the Riyadh 2023 Global Esports Games

Executive Director, Programs and Content, Eric F. Brinkley aims to elevate the Global Esports Tour and redefine inclusive gaming culture

Nurturing Lasting Peace through UNESCO’s International Day of Education.

In an era where virtual worlds captivate billions, the GEF has emerged as a lighthouse of innovation and resilience in esports.

The camaraderie among Street Fighter 6 players transcends the competitive arena, evolving into an impromptu "fight club".

Innovation, unity, and a global vision: Navigating the next chapter in esports leadership.

“The great thing about Global Esports Games is the friendships you make”

The dynamism of Saudi Arabia mirrors the Global Esports Federation.

Mariano Andres Caneda risks visa for Santiago 2023, driven by passion and love for esports

Keoma Mallett knows the unique pride of pulling on the shirt of an international sports team: he represented Barbados in junior basketball

Chilean hosts and international visitors prepare to make history in Santiago, Chile

Mental health is a universal human right, and by harnessing gaming's multifaceted impact, we promote a more inclusive, empathetic society.

More athletes, more nations, and more eyes on the action than ever before, the Pan American Esports Championships heads for the record books

Bosnia Herzegovina’s epic journey to the European Games Esports Championships

GEF and EOC thrilled as inaugural European Games Esports Championships begins

European eFootball™ 2023 and Rocket League athletes thrilled to line up alongside traditional sports

Nollaig ‘Glitch8d’ O’Donnell, 24, from county Cork in Ireland, works as a popular streamer she is when not gaming.

Paul J Foster, CEO, GEF reflects on the progress of the GEF, and looks forward to charting new horizons, this year and beyond.

GEF Board Member & Chair of the Coordination Commission, Aurelia Ruetsch (France) looks forward to a thrilling summer ahead in Katowice

Willams Freire Mendez has been through huge trauma over recent months, but esports have offered solace and support

Friends, rivals and international athletes, Chilean Dhayann Muñoz, and Brazil’s Monik Bisoni, see ‘no limits’ for women in eFootball

PUBG MOBILE is perhaps the most frantic, unpredictable game of all, but for Brazil’s team, offense is the most effective way to stay alive

Defending champion GamerBee and challenger sTaLK share a deep appreciation of everything Street Fighter V and GEG22 have to offer...

‘Meeting new people and learning constantly’ is what it is all about, according to the Namibian DOTA 2 team...

British CEC silver medalist is aiming to go one better in the GEG DOTA 2 women’s event

Türkiye’s Arda Yildiz cannot wait to welcome the world for the GEF’s annual celebration of the truly diverse global esports community

It's 11,800km from Lima to Istanbul, but Peru's esports delegation knows that it's well worth it to get #worldconnected

Ukraine’s Vitaly Litvinov has held on to the GEG 2022 as his chance to connect with his community despite the difficult time

Seeing athletes succeeding within an ecosystem that celebrates and inspires youth is part of a vision shared by Chris and the GEF.

Jennifer ‘PixiePoppins’ Briggs does not let disability get in her way; disability is not a roadblock to playing esports at the highest level

Helping the GEF bridge the gap between esports and traditional sports is just the sort of challenge that Angela Ruggiero relishes.

Two worlds come together as esports prepares to be a fully integrated part of a major multi-sport event for the first time.

Renowned sports physician Dr Melita N. Moore has become a global pioneer in esports medicine.

Lisa Hindson, one of the world’s leading sports event planners and operators advises GEF for the Istanbul 2022 Global Esports Games and more

Esports athletes will be a fully integrated part of the Santiago 2023 Pan American Games at the Pan American Esports Championships.

GEF CEO shares experiences of the Commonwealth Esports Championships Birmingham 2022 and the exciting 2023 Panam Esports Championships

Sylvia Gathoni Wahome, better known as QueenArrow, is a professional esports player and content creator from Nairobi, Kenya.

There are so many similarities between esports and sport. You have to look after your body and mind for that like all athletes have to do.