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The Global Esports Federation Expands Commitment to Health and Wellness in Esports 02/18/21
The Global Esports Federation expands its commitment to encourage active youth, focusing on the overall wellbeing, health, and performance of esports athletes and players, led by the Health and Wellness Commission.
“Esports can be physically and mentally demanding at both professional and amateur levels. Just like traditional sport athletes, regular exercise, sleep, and nutrition are as important to the overall wellbeing and performance of any esports player,” said Melita N. Moore, M.D., Board Member and Chair of the Health and Wellness Commission, Global Esports Federation. “I’m honored to be part of this pioneering global platform that focuses on driving performance, wellness and healthy lifestyle for esports athletes and players worldwide.”
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Global Esports Federation approves 10 commissions for 2021 Friday, 29 January 2021
The Global Esports Federation (GEF) has announced the commissions that will be given responsibility for continuing the organisation s work in 2021.
Ten GEF Commissions and two Advisory Councils will be led by members of the GEF Board, with contributions from world-leading experts from the esports and sports communities, corporate governance, technology, and business sectors, the GEF says.
The commissions will help guide the GEF in fulfilling its mission to promote the credibility, legitimacy, and prestige of esports, and in developing a safe, healthy and sustainable esports ecosystem.
The Singapore-based GEF was launched in December 2019, with Chinese technology conglomerate Tencent a founding partner.