How to Change Tech Ecosystems to Empower Indigenous Women
Marketing Professionals, Communications Professionals, Marketing Students
Target Audience
15 minutes - 2 hours
Duration and Schedule
English—Keynote or Workshop
Language and Format
TRAINING
Whether you are a tech company looking to hire or a community looking to diversify your technology ecosystem, this presentation will give you practical tips to engage Indigenous women in the tech industry.
Course Overview
What's preventing Indigenous women from entering careers in technology? In this webinar, our expert speaker will present the findings of a research project that interviewed over 100 Indigenous women. You will learn about the unique challenges and barriers that Indigenous women face accessing the technology industry and discover the surprising results of the research. Our speaker will also share practical strategies and recommendations for the technology community to become more inclusive and supportive of Indigenous women. Whether you work at a tech accelerator, run a tech company or want to learn from trends in the tech community, this webinar will provide valuable insights and inspire action toward creating a more diverse and equitable industry for Indigenous women.
Learning Objectives
Understanding of the unique challenges and barriers Indigenous women face in accessing the technology industry, based on the findings of a research project that interviewed over 100 Indigenous women from Saskatchewan.
Recognition of the surprising results of the research on Indigenous women in technology.
Knowledge of practical strategies and recommendations for the technology community to become more inclusive and supportive of Indigenous women.
Inspiration and motivation to take action towards creating a more diverse and equitable industry for Indigenous women.
Career Outcomes
Enhanced Understanding of Indigenous Representation in Tech: Participants will gain a deeper awareness of the unique challenges and opportunities for Indigenous women in the tech industry, helping them foster more inclusive environments.
Practical Tools for Inclusive Hiring Practices: Attendees will learn actionable strategies for engaging and recruiting Indigenous women in tech roles, promoting diversity within their organizations or tech ecosystems.
Increased Ability to Build Diverse Technology Ecosystems: Participants will be equipped to design and implement initiatives aimed at diversifying their tech communities, ensuring a broader, more inclusive talent pool.