ESG Inclusion Scholarship 2026 awarded to Alice Persdotter Rydberg

Alice Persdotter Rydberg is an experienced artist with a background in local game studios and currently works as a freelance artist for Paradox Interactive. Alongside her professional work, she has become a central figure in the East Sweden Game community, where she actively contributes to a positive and welcoming environment.

Through her engagement, generosity towards fellow developers, and her habit of warmly welcoming new members, Alice has become an important part of the open and collaborative culture that characterizes East Sweden Game.

“Alice is a highly skilled artist and at the same time someone who contributes greatly to our community. That combination is incredibly valuable, both for our local ecosystem and for the continued development of the games industry,” says Tomas Ahlström, Head of East Sweden Game.

The games industry is one of the fastest-growing creative industries in the world. Continued growth depends on environments where people with different perspectives and experiences can meet, collaborate and create together.

The ESG Inclusion Scholarship is awarded annually in connection with International Women’s Day. This year’s scholarship amounts to SEK 5,000 and is supported by the company Incredible Concepts AB.