Experiencing the Lesbians Who Tech + Allies Summit 2019
Blog post from New Relic
Lesbians Who Tech (LWT) is an organization focused on enhancing visibility and representation for queer women in the tech industry, hosting one of the largest LGBTQ professional events globally, the LWT Summit in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood. The summit, attended by thousands, features influential speakers from various sectors, including tech, politics, and activism, aiming to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. Notable sessions included interviews with YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki and businesswoman Laurene Powell Jobs, alongside talks by prominent figures like Senator Tammy Baldwin and Stacey Abrams, addressing topics from tech diversity to voter suppression. The event also serves as a significant recruiting platform, with numerous top tech companies participating as sponsors. LWT's initiatives extend beyond the summit, offering programs like the Edie Windsor Coding Scholarship and include.io, which connects underrepresented groups with mentors and employers. The author, Tara Marchand, a Senior Growth Engineer at New Relic, reflects on her experiences at the summit, highlighting the vibrant community and the opportunity to engage with other attendees and industry leaders.