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How to be an Ally to Non-binary Folk in Tech

45-minute Keynote

Learn how to be a better ally through the triumphs and foibles of the people who came before you: an educational comedy of errors, based on my experiences and knowledge as a non-binary person in tech.

Timetable

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 17th

Room

Room F1+F2+F3 - Plenary

Other

Audience

Anyone in tech who wishes to be a better ally

Key-Learnings

  • Understanding of non-binary genders
  • Common pitfalls and mistakes people make, and how to avoid them
  • Appropriate language for talking about gender, esp non-binary genders

Gender seems very simple at first glance, but the more you find out, the more you realise you don't know - and the more daunting and confusing it is to find answers.

What does it mean to be non-binary, and why are there so many non-binary genders?

How can you minimise harm and be an effective ally to non-binary people in your team or under your management? I find myself having to answer these questions everywhere I go because there aren't enough individuals in the industry who know, or who have taken the time to learn.

So this is a 101 on how to get started, in the hope that one day soon myself and other non-binary people won't have to explain ourselves to every new company, teammate or manager.

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