Movember has announced a multi-year partnership with Riot Games EMEA to support mental health across the League of Legends EMEA Championship (LEC), VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) EMEA, and the Game Changers EMEA Championship for the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
What This Partnership Means
- Movember becomes the Official Mental Health Partner for Riot Games EMEA esports leagues.
- The partnership will integrate mental health and well-being frameworks, support systems, and initiatives across the leagues.
- Tools and resources will be provided to help players and staff manage competitive pressure, build healthier habits, and encourage open discussion about mental health.
- Initiatives include mental health training for players and staff, and player-only roundtables focusing on stress management and coping strategies, with the aim of cascading guidance to the wider esports community.
- Broadcasts and on-site events will feature messaging from Movember to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and highlight the importance of seeking help when needed.
- The goal is to foster a healthier gaming environment for all.
Statements from Leadership
Daniel Ringland, Head of VALORANT Esports, EMEA:
“Supporting the wellbeing of the VCT EMEA community, our players, and team staff is something we are committed to strengthening, so we’re thrilled to welcome Movember as a partner. While supporting open conversations and ensuring our players know trusted resources are available is a priority, this partnership also helps raise awareness around mental health and wellbeing across the wider VCT EMEA community. Movember’s expertise will help normalize these discussions beyond the competitive stage, and provide the tools so everyone connected to our ecosystem feels supported by professionals committed to making a positive impact.”
Maximilian Peter Schmidt, Director of League of Legends Esports, EMEA:
“Partnering with Movember allows us to take our commitment to supporting the wellbeing of our players and teams to the next level. We want our community to feel empowered to speak openly about the challenges they face and know resources are available if needed. Gaming should be a safe and healthy space for everyone, and this partnership will help us ensure that the environment is maintained and strengthened.”
Dan Cooper, Global Director, Innovations at Movember:
“Movember is committed to bring community first solutions to today’s most urgent mental health challenges. Esports is a focus area for our work in mental health, and by working with Riot Games we aim to have a real impact and drive positive change in esports.”
Learn More
For further details, visit valorantesports.com or lolesports.com.
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