Tools for software development and testing are inaccessible. E.g. using voice to do coding. On disability & sexual minorities - tech is exclusive. E.g. dating apps are mostly visual. -Tim Noonan. #TechInclusion
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Arsehole culture in tech attracts more terrible values. They don't want diversity. They want people who will follow them. -
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Tech is not neutral. Most tech is not truly innovative because it does not lead to structural innovation. E.g. tech does not tackle systemic inequality. - @sw & @waynesutton #techinclusion
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Companies fail on equity and diversity because they often bring in an expert that does not represent diversity of the population, so they continue with a colonial approach (focusing on White women) that does not make true change. -
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#intersectionality and helping the success of the most marginalised groups. -@sw#techinclusionShow this thread -
Truly innovative leaders are "continually earning the right to be leaders." -
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We're about to go on now!
@coryannj,@dlazzopardi & me on#intersectionality and inclusion in tech!#Techinclusionpic.twitter.com/VOgq3RQGMW
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Developing an inclusive tech pipeline. Host
@marian_zizzo. Panellists:@_shonamc_,@vanessadoake, Hope Perkins, &@waynedenning on education.#Techinclusionpic.twitter.com/Gh7hzP4mfT
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Minorities are very interested in STEM. But too much focus is on consumers, not on being creators. The problem is the language and how it's sold, especially to Aboriginal children who aren't made aware that there are opportunities. -
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Valuing STEM teachers is important in engaging young children in STEM education and careers. - Hope Perkins,
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Problem: lack of trust despite good intentions. What is going to be different, make meaningful change? Many schools have had bad experiences with "do gooders... eho swan in" and don't make positive change. Make tech learning & skills more relevant. - Hope Perkins
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Drone technology was useful for getting Aboriginal girls interested in tech. Drone tech allowed them to explore koalas and other animals and Country. They learned maths and other engineering skills in a way that resonated with their interests. - Hope Perkins.
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Using positive stories & social media helps connect with Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander children. Mainstream stories leave them out and underestimate them. Need to work with parents & make tech more relatable. E.g. ranger tracking or football.
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