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The few female focused technology events that I have seen promoted locally give off the vibe of a private members club. They don't say it explicitly, but hint w

by toble 13y ago

The few female focused technology events that I have seen promoted locally give off the vibe of a private members club. They don't say it explicitly, but hint with words like attendees are welcome to take their partners etc. It just seems strange to me because other events have nothing like that style of language.

lysol 13y ago
I think that says more about you than them.
- mantas 13y ago
  How would you feel about men-focused male-in-tech conference? Not so cool, eh?
  - sp332 13y ago
    You know what would make it even worse? Having a note that said the men could bring a woman but only if they're romantically attached. There is no expectation that any women who show up are skilled or even inclined to the topic.
  - theorique 13y ago
    That tends to be the default.
tehwalrus 13y ago
If I'm interested in an event topic (and have time, etc) then I go. end of. Even if I disagree with the majority opinion, it's better to turn up and ask one polite awkward question than to just leave it to people who wouldn't question their own ideas there (making it a less interesting session).
king_jester 13y ago
> They don't say it explicitly, but hint with words like attendees are welcome to take their partners etc. How is an invitation for guests to bring their partners make an event a private club?
- sp332 13y ago
  It means that the partners wouldn't be invited except they happen to know someone in the club.