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2025 WIA WORLD SUMMIT RECAP

Hundreds of people attended the 2025 WIA World Summit at Annecy.


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#WeAreWIA: A Strong Voice for Gender Equity in Animation, VFX & Gaming

Our fresh look brings clarity and focus to a mission that’s never wavered: to create a more equitable, inclusive and creatively vibrant industry.


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WIA World Summit
is just around the corner

Join us for the 9th Annual WIA World Summit on Monday, June 9, 2025, at the Annecy Animation Film Festival.


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2025 Stories x Women teams chosen

WIA is proud to announce the five women-led animation teams from Brazil, Bolivia, India, South Africa and Turkey for our 2025 Stories x Women program.


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Remembering Fumi

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved friend, colleague, and longtime board member, Fumi Kitahara.


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ABOUT WIA

Mission / Purpose

We bring together the global animation community—including visual effects and gaming—to empower and advocate for people of underrepresented gender identities in the art, technology, production, and business of animation, inspiring excellence and justice in all facets of the industry.


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Impact

As animation continues to reach audiences of diverse age, gender, ethnicity, abilities and culture, so does the need to ensure that animation content represents the world as it should be — a world where people of diverse genders are equally represented, both behind the scenes and on the screen, to move culture forward.


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Stories of Impact

Celebrating the people and initiatives breaking barriers and shaping a more inclusive future for animation, VFX, and gaming.

Featured Member Opportunities

Mentorship

This program connects people of underrepresented gender identities at all professional levels to dedicated mentors who can help them achieve the next steps in their careers.


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Exclusive Events

Our events build community, support advocacy, and facilitate professional development by highlighting and uplifting the dynamic work of talented animation creators.


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Talent Database

Add your name to over 7,000 underrepresented animation professionals in animation, VFX, and gaming, making it easier for studios to connect with talent.


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Global Communities

WIA’s Global Communities brings together a vibrant, worldwide network of animation, visual effects, and gaming professionals committed to equity and excellence in the industry. Whether through local Chapters, event-based Connects, or deeper engagement via Collectives, each WIA Community supports local community building, talent development, and advocacy for gender justice across the industry.


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Why Your Donation Matters

WIA brings together a global community of animation professionals to empower and advocate for people of underrepresented genders in the art, science, and business of animation by increasing access to resources and opportunities, encouraging strong connections, and inspiring excellence.

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