[PLUG] FYI: ACT-W Portland:A Conference to Advance the Careers of Tech Women

[benjamin barber]

So can we expect to see

"A Conference to Advance the Careers of Tech Men" as well?

or

"A Conference to Advance the Careers of Women in Sewage Treatment" as well?

Why is it that owning a vagina gives you special benefits and free monies?

Is is bigotry? is it pathological altruism? is it "the blame game"?

On Mon, Jan 4, 2016 at 12:55 PM, Michael Dexter <dexter at ambidexter.com>
wrote:

>
> FYI and looking for participation:
>
> Friday, April 22 - Sunday, April 24
>
> ACT-W Portland:
>
> A Conference to Advance the Careers of Tech Women
>
> https://act-wpdx.splashthat.com/
>
> Advancing the Careers of Technical Women
>
> Building the Future of Women in Tech
>
> As the Portland tech scene continues to grow, more and more
> opportunities for both current and future professionals are added every
> day.
>
> ACT-W is designed to help women professionals network, grow their
> skills, and discover employers looking for exceptional talent. The
> conference is led by ChickTech in collaboration with Women Who Code,
> Girl Develop It, Lesbians Who Tech, and Portland State University. Don’t
> miss this opportunity to meet tech and business mentors, learn from our
> speakers, build technical and social skills, and exchange experiences.
>
> This event is open to the public and is an exceptional forum for those
> who are dedicated to the advancement of women in technology. Whether
> entry level or executive, we welcome all professionals in the industry
> and invite you to take advantage of this great event!
>
> Michael Dexter
> PLUG Volunteer
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