Meet EmoSupportJamie (she/her), a BroadcastHER Grant winner.

What is your dream in gaming, esports, and/or content creation?

My dream is to use content creation as a platform to de-stigmatize mental health. Raising awareness around mental health, managing burnout, and practicing self-compassion — especially within the intersection of content creation and marginalized communities — is something I am deeply passionate about and speak on regularly in my streams. Being able to use my social work degree, share personal experiences navigating mental health challenges, and highlight organizations and charities that align with my values is deeply fulfilling.

Please share how winning support from 1,000 Dreams Fund is important to your dream and what impact it will have on your career?

Receiving this grant is validation that the effort I’ve been putting into the work is seen. The support allows me the opportunity to attend TwitchCon 2025 and liaise in-person with other mental health advocates and industry professionals in the content creation space. My hope is to coordinate more informal and formal workshops, discussions, and presentations on wellness, self-care, coping with burnout, and other mental health topics.

What advice do you have for women & femmes who want to work in gaming, esports, and/or content creation?

Challenge the pressure to achieve perfection in your content creation career. You will encounter plenty of mistakes along the way, but mistakes are what make us human, and you are not alone in making them! Set realistic goals for yourself to avoid burnout and to encourage more self-growth. Celebrate all your wins, big and small, along the way!