Published 3 years ago

Activision Blizzard sued by California over 'frat boy' workplace culture

Summary by Ground News

California's Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) is taking legal action against the company. DFEH made extensive allegations about an ingrained culture of discrimination and sexual harassment. Activision called the action "disgraceful and unprofessional" The company is one of the largest and most successful games companies.

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BBC News

California sues Activision Blizzard over alleged harassment

One of the world's largest gaming companies is accused of endemic discrimination and harassment.

3 years ago·United Kingdom

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Yahoo News

Ex-Activision Blizzard employee: It’s 'as bad as described' in bombshell harassment suit

Former female employees of Activision Blizzard (ATVI) are coming forward after a California state agency filed a civil rights lawsuit against the gaming giant alleging widespread sexual harassment and gender and racial discrimination.

3 years ago·Los Angeles, United States

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The Guardian

Video game company Activision Blizzard sued over ‘frat boy culture’ allegations

California’s DFEH files suit after investigation reveals discrimination against women

3 years ago·London, United Kingdom

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USA Today

California sues video game publisher Activision Blizzard over equal pay violations, sexual harassment

California state is suing Activision Blizzard, alleging the "Call of Duty" video game publisher "fostered a sexist culture" within the workplace.

3 years ago·United States

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CNN

California sues Activision Blizzard, alleging culture of sexual harassment

California's Department of Fair Employment and Housing filed a civil lawsuit Tuesday against one of America's largest video game developers Activision Blizzard, alleging multiple female employees were subjected to gender discrimination, sexual harassment, and unequal pay.

3 years ago·Atlanta, United States

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The Washington Post

California sues video game giant Activision Blizzard over ‘pervasive frat boy workplace culture’

The lawsuit alleges the company created a “breeding ground for harassment and discrimination" by ignoring inappropriate workplace behavior and relegating women to low-ranking jobs with smaller salaries than their male counterparts.

3 years ago

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