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Who We Are
The International Alliance for Digital Game Education (IADGE) is a global collaborative platform jointly initiated by world-leading experts in the WorldSkills "3D Digital Game Art" competition and the Shanghai ACM SIGGRAPH Chapter. Our membership comprises prestigious educational institutions, industry organizations, and professional bodies from around the world, including:
China Training Base of WorldSkills "3D Digital Game Art" Competition
Games Lecturer Symposium UK
Nanyang Polytechnic
Omnia Education Partnerships (Finland)
IVE, Hong Kong Vocational Training Council
Digital Creative Professional Committee of Shanghai Technician Association
Guangxi Digital Industry Vocational Education Group
We unite global forces to build a bridge between digital game education and industry development, fostering cross-border cooperation and talent growth in this dynamic field.
Our Vision
Guided by the advanced concepts and technical standards of the WorldSkills Competition, IADGE maintains close ties with the global game industry. We strive to:
Cultivate digital game technical talents who meet the evolving needs of society and the industry
Maximize the value of educational, market, and enterprise resources through synergistic collaboration
Promote in-depth integration among educational institutions, industries, and enterprises
Provide high-quality, growth-oriented pathways for digital game professionals
Advance international exchanges and elevate the alliance's achievements to become global benchmarks in digital game education
Our Mission
To turn our vision into reality, IADGE adheres to the following core missions:
Organize the annual Global Digital Skills Championships (GDSC) to reserve top-tier technical resources and talents for the WorldSkills Competition and other international events.
Host professional lectures, academic exchanges, and high-quality teacher training programs to enhance the professional capabilities of educators in the field.
Support colleges and universities in conducting scientific research on digital game education and teaching, and facilitate cooperation between educational institutions and enterprises in developing new digital game technologies, products, and online education solutions.
Promote in-depth cooperation between digital game industry entities and educational institutions at all levels, strengthening the link between industry demand and talent cultivation.
Enhance the alignment between students' technical skills and enterprise job requirements, advancing talent development across the entire digital game industry chain.
Develop and refine relevant standards for digital game education, and provide members with diverse opportunities for international educational exchange and cooperation.
Membership Benefits
Joining IADGE means accessing a wealth of valuable resources and opportunities—with no membership fees required at present. As a member institution, you will enjoy:
Free Resource Access: Unrestricted access to WorldSkills competition technical standards, digital game teaching cases, cutting-edge industry research reports, and shared enterprise resources within the alliance.
Talent Training Support: Complimentary participation in high-level teacher training, professional lectures, and academic exchanges; priority recommendation for students to join the Global Digital Skills Championships (GDSC) and other international competitions.
Cooperation & Exchange: In-depth collaboration opportunities with renowned global universities, educational institutions, and game enterprises; cost-free participation in international education exchange activities to boost the internationalization of your institution's digital game education.
Scientific Research Support: Assistance in conducting digital game education-related scientific research; joint R&D projects with member institutions and enterprises on new technologies, products, and online education—with no membership-related fees during the current period.
Standard Formulation: A seat at the table to participate in the development of global digital game education standards, enhancing your institution's industry influence and voice.
Membership Terms
Membership Fee Policy
Currently, IADGE implements a no-fee membership system for all institutional members. There are no membership fees, annual dues, or hidden costs associated with membership participation at this stage. The alliance's operations are supported by public welfare investment, industry sponsorships, and project cooperation income—ensuring sustainable, high-quality services for all members.
Regarding future membership fee arrangements, any potential adjustments will be jointly discussed and decided by the alliance's coordination committee and all member institutions. Should there be any changes to the fee policy, members will be notified at least 6 months in advance, with sufficient time for communication and adaptation.
Competition-Related Fees
While membership itself is currently free, participating in specific competitions organized by the alliance (such as the Global Digital Skills Championships, GDSC) requires payment of competition-related fees. These fees cover necessary expenses including competition registration fees, on-site lunch during the competition period, and designated accommodation arrangements (for off-site participants). Detailed fee standards, payment methods, and refund policies will be clearly specified in the official notice of each competition, ensuring transparency and predictability for participating institutions.
Participation & Commitment
To maintain a vibrant and collaborative community, we ask member institutions to:
Designate 1-2 full-time or part-time contact persons for daily communication with the alliance.
Arrange relevant teachers/researchers to participate in at least one of the alliance's specialized working groups (covering talent training, technical research, international exchanges, etc.).
Participate in key annual activities (e.g., Member Representative Meeting, International Digital Game Education Forum) and organize 2-3 teachers per year to join free teacher training programs.
Recommend students to participate in the Global Digital Skills Championships (GDSC) and other competitions (with competition-related fees borne by the participating institution as specified in the competition notice).
Share high-quality teaching resources, research results, or project cases with the alliance community (voluntary and free of charge).
Abide by the alliance's articles of association, uphold its reputation, and actively engage in mutually beneficial cooperation and resource sharing with other members.
Opportunities for Collaboration & Contribution
IADGE is built on the principle of collective growth. As a member, you can:
Contribute to formulating digital game education standards, talent training programs, and competition evaluation systems.
Lead or join cooperative R&D projects to drive technological innovation in the digital game industry.
Collaborate with global member institutions on joint talent training, curriculum sharing, and student/teacher exchange programs.
Partner with game enterprises for order-based training, project development, and internship/employment docking—supported by the alliance's free matching services.
Share advanced teaching methods and research achievements to enrich the alliance's global knowledge pool.
We welcome institutions passionate about digital game education to join IADGE. Together, we will shape the future of global digital game talent cultivation and set new international standards for the industry. For membership applications or further inquiries, please contact our coordination team.
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