Esports Wales secures £125,000 from Creative Skills Fund
- Monday, October 7th, 2024
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Esports Wales has been granted up to £125,000 from the Creative Skills Fund.
As one of 17 recipients, Wales’ governing body for Esports plans to use the funding to expand its academy program nationwide, in addition to providing taster sessions, networking opportunities and career events.
Established in 2022, the Creative Skills Fund is now in its second round, supporting sectors such as video games, film, TV, music, animation, and immersive technology. 
“The importance of the creative industries to Wales is clear – it doesn’t just create jobs, it is intrinsically linked to our culture, well-being and identity,” Jack Sargeant, the Wales Minister for Creative Industries, said.
“We want a creative sector that reflects and represents its audiences, provides fair and accessible employment opportunities and attracts, develops and retains talent from all backgrounds.”
