Samuel Etienne: ZEvent 2024 Faces Backlash Amid Charity Streaming
Samuel Etienne: The Controversy of ZEvent 2024
ZEvent is the must-see charity event on the Twitch platform. In 2022, streamers raised more than 10 million euros for Action Against Hunger. After a year off, the charitable marathon returns from September 6 to 8, 2024, with a new format. About 40 influencers will gather in Montpellier while over a hundred others will participate remotely.
The Controversial Streamer Lineup
Selected solely based on their audience and subscriber counts, the list of participants was recently revised. The presence of certain personalities has sparked intense controversy. Internauts are denouncing the inclusion of streamers accused of racist and misogynistic remarks or engaging in harassment. This is not the first time the event has been criticized for ignoring issues related to minorities.
Past Incidents Highlight Ongoing Issues
In 2021, ZEvent was already marked by controversy when a female streamer faced a wave of cyberbullying after condemning a participant's misogynistic behavior. With no established code of conduct to follow, these recurring issues raise significant concerns about the event's direction.
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