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Creating More Inclusive Tech Spaces - Paths Forward

Strange Loop Conference via YouTube

Overview

This course explores the challenges and barriers faced by technology companies and open source communities in improving diversity in tech spaces. It analyzes various practices used in these spaces and introduces the concept of generative justice as a framework for systemic change. The course covers topics such as sociotechnical systems, diversity, and the importance of grassroots projects. The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in promoting diversity and inclusivity in technology. The teaching method involves a talk format with examples, a thesis statement, and practical applications discussed throughout the session.

Syllabus

Introduction
My background
Confessionary slide
Examples
Thesis Statement
Rebalancing a Spectrum
Paths Forward
Technology
Technology with Powers
Cotton Picking Machine
Diversity in Tech
Sociotechnical Systems
Pinyon Jay Example
Diversity
Code of Conduct
Defining Diversity
Live Practice
Amazon
Representation doesnt always mean power
Efficiency to recursivity
Market logic for diversity
Recursivity
Recursive Depth
The Graph
Summary
Takeaways
Bibliography

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Strange Loop Conference

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