QCA Game Night

QCA Games Night is based around a need to have a safe space for LGBTQ+ and questioning people who like to play games, talk about things that they are into and mingle with other people. A safe space in the context of this group means that we aim to avoid the typical toxic and oppressive attitudes that pervade gaming spaces in general. QCA Game Night hosts an RPG night on Wednesdays 6-8:30, and a general board game night Saturdays 6-8:30. Generally multiple games at once will be going at the Saturday game night, with one spotlighted game that we will be teaching/learning that week.

QCA Games Night Policies and Rules
There is no prior gaming experience necessary to participate in the activities, which are carefully guided to provide the smoothest gaming experience possible. Many individuals returning to the event had no prior game experience before joining, and many of them if not all would be just as capable as me when it comes to helping you out. So don’t let your gaming experience deter you from trying this out. We are always looking for new members.

QCA Games Night is meant to be a space that is safe for people who face oppression due to not being cisgender and straight.

Students who are both cisgender and straight are asked not to attend: the space will be made unsafe by your presence, due to the power dynamics in gaming spaces. QCA Games Night does not police this policy, and does not question those in attendance about their identity. It will only be enforced if it is clear that there is a toxic dynamic due to clear privilege allotted to an individual who is actively identifying as both cisgender and straight.

Resources, Accommodations, and Limitations
The QCAC is on an upper floor, often making it inaccessible for many physically disabled people. Participation may require on-the-spot reading, but organizers take requests for games in order to ensure accessible options for as many players as possible. They will also provide a space to repeat specific titles for people who want to participate, but have a small selection of accessible games.

List of Potential Accessibility Problems

 * Only accessible by stairs
 * Games may include reading and speaking
 * No AC, will be hot until later fall
 * Lots of visual stimulation
 * No private spaces besides the bathroom and stairwell