Advocating for gender inclusion
In this video, our course contributors discuss how they have advocated for gender-inclusive technologies in their own lives and give you some tips for how you might apply your learning outside of the course.
Advocating for gender-inclusive approaches to technology can be difficult at times. We might come up against resistance within our organisations or in trying to find funding for self-initiated projects. As we’ve discussed, cultures of misogyny are prevalent within the tech industry and some people still see the need to create gender-inclusive technologies as a niche or unnecessary endeavour. So now we’d like through a run scenario to see how you might apply what you’ve learnt.
Scenario
You are a part of a development team at a tech startup that creates Virtual Assistants. Your team have discussed the idea of developing an assistant which is purposed towards trans and non-binary people, focused on providing them with information on trans specific healthcare needs. You approach management with the idea to secure a budget and they state the idea is too niche and only serves a small group of people.
How might you take what you’ve learnt so far to advocate for the importance of such a technology? Share your thoughts with other learners below
Gender-Inclusive Approaches in Technology
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