Better digital communities begin with a clearer understanding of the people who build, lead, and participate in them.
Gaming communities need leaders who can keep people safe. Yet many community managers and moderators begin this work without formal training or the support needed to navigate its challenges.
Shine A Light Gaming supports research and publishes insights that help illuminate the needs of players, moderators, community leaders, and the organizations responsible for digital spaces.
In partnership with Dr. Rachel Kowert, these two studies reveal the gap between what players need and what leaders can deliver.
Real change starts with giving leaders the tools to do the job.

Don't Tell Us What To Do (But Please Keep Us Safe)
Player expectations for gaming community leadership.
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Train Them Or Lose Them (Both)
A needs assessment for digital leadership in games.
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DLC Insights
Impact and outlook from the DLC Leadership program, June 2026.
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