![]() ![]() "I've been hesitant for years to share my story and the events that happened to me during my employment at Twitch," she said, "but with the recent events and their statement on Twitter, I feel compelled to share and speak out against their blatant lies to 'create a safe community.'" Shortly after that statement, a former Twitch employee approached to come forward with allegations of systemic sexism, racism, and abuse like Shear had referenced. This reckoning and industry-wide actions are overdue, and this is another issue that we, and the industry, need to address to create lasting and positive change." The gaming industry is not unlike others that have had to reckon with systemic sexism, racism, and abuse that rewards certain people and disadvantages - even harms - others. Twitch CEO Emmett Shear posted a memo he sent to staff about the allegations on Twitter, saying, "We support people coming forward, commend their bravery in doing so, and know there are many others who have not. ![]() When the games industry saw its most recent wave of abuse allegations take shape in June, it included dozens of accusations against Twitch streamers. Content warning: The following article discusses sexual assault, verbal and physical abuse, harassment, and suicide. ![]()
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