Riot Games partners with Movember to “embed mental health wellbeing into the esports ecosystem”

Riot Games has entered a multi-year partnership as the official mental health partner of the League of Legends EMEA Championship, the Valorant Champions Tour, and Game Changers EMEA to “embed mental health wellbeing into the EMEA esports ecosystem.”

As part of the agreement, Movember will deliver tools, training and initiatives to support players, team staff and the wider community, as well as host player-only roundtables on stress, competitive pressure, and coping strategies and “on-broadcast and on-site messaging aimed at reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations.”

“Together, Movember and Riot Games aim to make the gaming environment a healthier environment for all,” the team said in a press statement.

“Supporting the wellbeing of the VCT EMEA community, our players, and team staff is something we are committed to strengthening, so we’re thrilled to welcome Movember as a partner,” said Daniel Ringland, Head of Valorant Esports, EMEA. “While supporting open conversations and ensuring our players know trusted resources are available is a priority, this partnership also helps raise awareness around mental health and wellbeing across the wider VCT EMEA community.

“Movember’s expertise will help normalize these discussions beyond the competitive stage, and provide the tools so everyone connected to our ecosystem feels supported by professionals committed to making a positive impact.”

Director of League of Legends Esports EMEA, Maximilian Peter Schmidt, added: “Partnering with Movember allows us to take our commitment to supporting the wellbeing of our players and teams to the next level. We want our community to feel empowered to speak openly about the challenges they face and know resources are available if needed. Gaming should be a safe and healthy space for everyone, and this partnership will help us ensure that the environment is maintained and strengthened.”