Geena Davis Institute
@geenadavisorg.bsky.social
Ending Unconscious Bias, Fostering Inclusion, and Eliminating Harmful Stereotypes in Global Media.
If They Can See it, They Can Be it.
#seeitbeit⭐️🎥
If They Can See it, They Can Be it.
#seeitbeit⭐️🎥
Iconic characters like Cristina Yang and Dana Scully may come to mind when you think of women in STEM on screen — but here’s the twist: only about a third of all STEM roles in film and TV are played by women.
November 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Iconic characters like Cristina Yang and Dana Scully may come to mind when you think of women in STEM on screen — but here’s the twist: only about a third of all STEM roles in film and TV are played by women.
So excited to join @thewrap.com’s Power Women Summit, presented by STARZ #TakeTheLead, on Dec. 2 in LA! Join Madeline Di Nonno and Wrap Women by registering with code PWS20 to receive 20% off at thewrap.com/pws. See you there!
November 6, 2025 at 9:55 PM
So excited to join @thewrap.com’s Power Women Summit, presented by STARZ #TakeTheLead, on Dec. 2 in LA! Join Madeline Di Nonno and Wrap Women by registering with code PWS20 to receive 20% off at thewrap.com/pws. See you there!
Representation matters — especially for kids.
Yet just 1.4% of characters in new children’s programming are Native American.
Shows like “Spirit Rangers” on Netflix are helping change that — created by and starring Indigenous voices who bring Native stories, language, and culture to life on screen.
Yet just 1.4% of characters in new children’s programming are Native American.
Shows like “Spirit Rangers” on Netflix are helping change that — created by and starring Indigenous voices who bring Native stories, language, and culture to life on screen.
November 5, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Representation matters — especially for kids.
Yet just 1.4% of characters in new children’s programming are Native American.
Shows like “Spirit Rangers” on Netflix are helping change that — created by and starring Indigenous voices who bring Native stories, language, and culture to life on screen.
Yet just 1.4% of characters in new children’s programming are Native American.
Shows like “Spirit Rangers” on Netflix are helping change that — created by and starring Indigenous voices who bring Native stories, language, and culture to life on screen.
Which Geena are you this Halloween? 🎃👻
From famous outlaw to first female president, we want to see your best Geena-inspired look!
✨ Dress as your favorite Geena character
📸 Post your pic and tag @geenadavisorg with #MyGeenaHalloween
📗 You could win a signed copy of Geena’s book!
From famous outlaw to first female president, we want to see your best Geena-inspired look!
✨ Dress as your favorite Geena character
📸 Post your pic and tag @geenadavisorg with #MyGeenaHalloween
📗 You could win a signed copy of Geena’s book!
October 30, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Which Geena are you this Halloween? 🎃👻
From famous outlaw to first female president, we want to see your best Geena-inspired look!
✨ Dress as your favorite Geena character
📸 Post your pic and tag @geenadavisorg with #MyGeenaHalloween
📗 You could win a signed copy of Geena’s book!
From famous outlaw to first female president, we want to see your best Geena-inspired look!
✨ Dress as your favorite Geena character
📸 Post your pic and tag @geenadavisorg with #MyGeenaHalloween
📗 You could win a signed copy of Geena’s book!
When Geena Davis famously portrayed President Mackenzie Allen in the series “Commander in Chief,” there were very few female presidents on screen. It's still uncommon, but there’s a new fictional female president in town on “The Diplomat,” played by Allison Janney.
October 28, 2025 at 4:25 PM
When Geena Davis famously portrayed President Mackenzie Allen in the series “Commander in Chief,” there were very few female presidents on screen. It's still uncommon, but there’s a new fictional female president in town on “The Diplomat,” played by Allison Janney.
It’s spooky season, so here’s a scary stat: Women over 50 are twice as likely to be cast as villains than as heroes on screen. 🎥
That’s why characters like Professor McGonagall are so iconic — powerful, wise, and unapologetically heroic. 🧙♀️
That’s why characters like Professor McGonagall are so iconic — powerful, wise, and unapologetically heroic. 🧙♀️
October 23, 2025 at 4:38 PM
It’s spooky season, so here’s a scary stat: Women over 50 are twice as likely to be cast as villains than as heroes on screen. 🎥
That’s why characters like Professor McGonagall are so iconic — powerful, wise, and unapologetically heroic. 🧙♀️
That’s why characters like Professor McGonagall are so iconic — powerful, wise, and unapologetically heroic. 🧙♀️
A study from @pewresearch.org found that women are more likely to reach out to a mental health professional than men, and our research shows that this is reflected on screen too.
October 21, 2025 at 4:26 PM
A study from @pewresearch.org found that women are more likely to reach out to a mental health professional than men, and our research shows that this is reflected on screen too.
‘Tis the season for a visit to Stars Hollow ☕🍂 One of our favorite fall shows also highlights a bigger trend on TV: Moms are portrayed as single parents far more often than dads.
For years, many narratives relied on the “missing mom” trope — stories where mothers were gone so the hero could grow.
For years, many narratives relied on the “missing mom” trope — stories where mothers were gone so the hero could grow.
October 16, 2025 at 3:27 PM
‘Tis the season for a visit to Stars Hollow ☕🍂 One of our favorite fall shows also highlights a bigger trend on TV: Moms are portrayed as single parents far more often than dads.
For years, many narratives relied on the “missing mom” trope — stories where mothers were gone so the hero could grow.
For years, many narratives relied on the “missing mom” trope — stories where mothers were gone so the hero could grow.
STEM characters played by women of color have a measurable, positive impact on young viewers. Look at Dr. Miranda Bailey from Grey’s Anatomy — a surgeon, mentor, and trailblazer who shows resilience and leadership in every episode.
October 15, 2025 at 3:54 PM
STEM characters played by women of color have a measurable, positive impact on young viewers. Look at Dr. Miranda Bailey from Grey’s Anatomy — a surgeon, mentor, and trailblazer who shows resilience and leadership in every episode.
Barbie can be anything – even an Olympic rugby player. 🏉 We’re celebrating the release of the #Mattel #IlonaMaher Barbie, recognizing her talent on the field and her commitment to authenticity and owning her confidence. 💪
#seeitbeit #IlonaMaher #Barbie
#seeitbeit #IlonaMaher #Barbie
October 13, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Barbie can be anything – even an Olympic rugby player. 🏉 We’re celebrating the release of the #Mattel #IlonaMaher Barbie, recognizing her talent on the field and her commitment to authenticity and owning her confidence. 💪
#seeitbeit #IlonaMaher #Barbie
#seeitbeit #IlonaMaher #Barbie
How do young people really feel about AI? @girlswhocode.bsky.social is asking the question in their new campaign, Speak On It. Check it out: speakonit.ai
Speak On It | Girls Who Code
Girls and nonbinary youth: the future of AI needs your voice. Speak On It is a movement to spark conversation and action around AI. Share your perspectives and help shape inclusive, ethical AI for e...
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October 8, 2025 at 8:58 PM
How do young people really feel about AI? @girlswhocode.bsky.social is asking the question in their new campaign, Speak On It. Check it out: speakonit.ai
Place your bid now for these once-in-a-lifetime experiences—all while supporting the Geena Davis Institute’s mission to advance representation across entertainment media!
October 3, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Place your bid now for these once-in-a-lifetime experiences—all while supporting the Geena Davis Institute’s mission to advance representation across entertainment media!
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I love this movie.
September 11, 2025 at 11:34 PM
I love this movie.
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Truly, "Geena Davis has an adventure with sentient vermin" is one of the richest and most verdant lands of contrast in all of cinema
October 2, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Truly, "Geena Davis has an adventure with sentient vermin" is one of the richest and most verdant lands of contrast in all of cinema
October is Disability Employment Awareness Month—a reminder that what we see on screen shapes perceptions around who belongs in the workplace.
Our research found that disabled adult TV characters are less likely to be shown with a job compared to non-disabled characters.
Our research found that disabled adult TV characters are less likely to be shown with a job compared to non-disabled characters.
October 1, 2025 at 4:48 PM
October is Disability Employment Awareness Month—a reminder that what we see on screen shapes perceptions around who belongs in the workplace.
Our research found that disabled adult TV characters are less likely to be shown with a job compared to non-disabled characters.
Our research found that disabled adult TV characters are less likely to be shown with a job compared to non-disabled characters.
Only 2.5% of characters on screen are disabled, making disability nearly invisible in children’s TV.
But disability is part of everyday life, and kids deserve to see it reflected in the shows they watch.
But disability is part of everyday life, and kids deserve to see it reflected in the shows they watch.
September 24, 2025 at 3:52 PM
Only 2.5% of characters on screen are disabled, making disability nearly invisible in children’s TV.
But disability is part of everyday life, and kids deserve to see it reflected in the shows they watch.
But disability is part of everyday life, and kids deserve to see it reflected in the shows they watch.
Characters of color are well-represented in STEM roles in children’s TV—a powerful reminder that representation shapes possibility. Shows like “Ada Twist, Scientist” empower kids of color to see themselves as scientists, engineers and innovators. 🌟🔬
#GDI #ChildrensTV #seeitbeit #GirlsLeadSTEM
#GDI #ChildrensTV #seeitbeit #GirlsLeadSTEM
September 18, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Characters of color are well-represented in STEM roles in children’s TV—a powerful reminder that representation shapes possibility. Shows like “Ada Twist, Scientist” empower kids of color to see themselves as scientists, engineers and innovators. 🌟🔬
#GDI #ChildrensTV #seeitbeit #GirlsLeadSTEM
#GDI #ChildrensTV #seeitbeit #GirlsLeadSTEM
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The STEMM Opportunity Alliance, including our backbone team @aaas.org and our 280+ cross-sector partners, is excited to be celebrating #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth this September.
September 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The STEMM Opportunity Alliance, including our backbone team @aaas.org and our 280+ cross-sector partners, is excited to be celebrating #WorkforceDevelopmentMonth this September.
Our latest TV report showed a positive increase in female characters, but male characters still outnumber female characters in children’s TV, especially among animated nonhuman roles.
September 16, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Our latest TV report showed a positive increase in female characters, but male characters still outnumber female characters in children’s TV, especially among animated nonhuman roles.
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🎂 Today marks a milestone — 10 years of the Global Cyber Alliance! 🎉
Thank you to our partners, donors, and communities who have worked so hard to make our digital lives more secure. H
Read the press release, watch our 10-year recap video:
globalcyberalliance.org/10/
Thank you to our partners, donors, and communities who have worked so hard to make our digital lives more secure. H
Read the press release, watch our 10-year recap video:
globalcyberalliance.org/10/
Celebrating 10 Years of GCA
Global Cyber Alliance Marks 10 Years of Impact, Appoints Brian Cute as Interim CEO to Lead in a Critical Moment for Cybersecurity
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September 16, 2025 at 10:36 AM
🎂 Today marks a milestone — 10 years of the Global Cyber Alliance! 🎉
Thank you to our partners, donors, and communities who have worked so hard to make our digital lives more secure. H
Read the press release, watch our 10-year recap video:
globalcyberalliance.org/10/
Thank you to our partners, donors, and communities who have worked so hard to make our digital lives more secure. H
Read the press release, watch our 10-year recap video:
globalcyberalliance.org/10/
As we celebrate Latinx Heritage Month, we’re calling for more representation of Latinx characters in children’s TV. Our annual children’s TV report found that just 9% of characters in new kids shows in 2024 are Latinx. That’s well below the share of people in the U.S. who identify as Latinx.
September 15, 2025 at 7:27 PM
As we celebrate Latinx Heritage Month, we’re calling for more representation of Latinx characters in children’s TV. Our annual children’s TV report found that just 9% of characters in new kids shows in 2024 are Latinx. That’s well below the share of people in the U.S. who identify as Latinx.
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Kathy Bates at the #Emmys2025 #EMMYS
September 14, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Kathy Bates at the #Emmys2025 #EMMYS
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Jeff Hiller just took home the award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the #Emmys.
He spoke to Rolling Stone in June about how he believes he has achieved the “perfect amount of minor fame.”
Interview: www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
He spoke to Rolling Stone in June about how he believes he has achieved the “perfect amount of minor fame.”
Interview: www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
September 15, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Jeff Hiller just took home the award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series at the #Emmys.
He spoke to Rolling Stone in June about how he believes he has achieved the “perfect amount of minor fame.”
Interview: www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
He spoke to Rolling Stone in June about how he believes he has achieved the “perfect amount of minor fame.”
Interview: www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv...
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Tramell Tillman wins Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series at the #EMMYs for ‘SEVERANCE’
He makes history as the first Black actor to win the category.
He makes history as the first Black actor to win the category.
September 15, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Tramell Tillman wins Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series at the #EMMYs for ‘SEVERANCE’
He makes history as the first Black actor to win the category.
He makes history as the first Black actor to win the category.
“Will & Harper,” the documentary full of self-exploration and trans joy, is nominated for 5 Emmys! Starring Will Ferrell and Harper Steele, the film explores the duo’s longtime friendship after Steele's public coming out as a transgender woman and the journey of self-discovery that follows.
September 11, 2025 at 5:47 PM
“Will & Harper,” the documentary full of self-exploration and trans joy, is nominated for 5 Emmys! Starring Will Ferrell and Harper Steele, the film explores the duo’s longtime friendship after Steele's public coming out as a transgender woman and the journey of self-discovery that follows.