Somehow saying this is controversial..

Summary

The video script discusses a controversy surrounding CD Projekt Red's scholarship and mentoring program, which is exclusively for women. The speaker criticizes such initiatives as discriminatory, arguing that preferences based on immutable characteristics like gender are unfair. They also mention Ubisoft's similar program targeting various non-binary identities. The speaker expresses frustration over being excluded from such opportunities and questions the legality of such discrimination.

Takeaways

• 🚀 CD Projekt Red is launching a scholarship and mentoring program.
• 👩‍🎓 The program is exclusively for women and girls in the gaming industry.
• 💼 It aims to cover the cost of education and provide a mentoring opportunity.
• 🤔 The speaker questions the legality of such exclusive programs based on gender.
• 🚫 The speaker suggests that giving preference based on immutable characteristics is discriminatory.
• 😕 The speaker expresses frustration over not being eligible for such programs due to their gender.
• 🔍 The speaker mentions Ubisoft's mentoring program, which is also geared towards underrepresented genders.
• 🏳️‍🌈 The Ubisoft program includes a wide range of non-binary identities.
• 🤷‍♂️ The speaker ponders whether one could falsely claim a non-binary identity to gain access to such programs.
• ❌ The speaker concludes that such programs should ideally be illegal due to their discriminatory nature.

Q & A

What is the main concern raised by the speaker in the transcript?

The speaker expresses concern about scholarships and mentorship programs that are exclusively aimed at women and non-binary individuals, arguing that it constitutes discrimination based on gender or identity.

Which companies' programs are mentioned in the transcript?

The transcript mentions CD Projekt Red's 'Girls in the Game' scholarship program and Ubisoft's mentoring program aimed at women and non-binary individuals.

What are the benefits provided by CD Projekt Red’s 'Girls in the Game' scholarship program?

The program covers the cost of education for women and offers opportunities to join a mentoring program, including workshops and knowledge-sharing sessions.

What does the speaker believe about providing preference based on gender or identity?

The speaker believes that giving preference or privilege based on immutable characteristics such as race, gender, or sexuality is wrong and should be illegal.

How does the speaker feel about Ubisoft after discovering their mentoring program?

The speaker expresses frustration with Ubisoft after learning about their mentoring program, indicating disappointment and anger at being excluded based on gender identity.

What are some of the identities included in Ubisoft’s mentoring program criteria?

The program is aimed at individuals who identify as women, non-binary (including various non-binary identities like agender, gender fluid, gender neutral, and more), and two-spirit.

What suggestion does the speaker make regarding participation in these programs?

The speaker sarcastically suggests that people could lie about their gender identity, for example, by claiming to be non-binary, in order to participate in these programs.

What does the speaker mean by 'two-spirit,' and why are they confused by it?

The speaker seems unfamiliar with the term 'two-spirit,' which refers to a Native American identity encompassing both masculine and feminine traits. They express confusion about what it means.

Does the speaker believe the programs should be allowed to continue?

No, the speaker believes that programs like these should be illegal and shut down because they view them as discriminatory.

What underlying frustration does the speaker express beyond the topic of gender-specific programs?

The speaker reveals frustration with their own struggle to secure internships, expressing that they have been searching for months without success, which may be exacerbating their anger toward the gender-specific programs.