Women of Tech Affinity Group
Public Committee
Public Committee
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The Women of Tech Affinity Group is a members-only community within TechSTL, dedicated to supporting... View more
Public Committee
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Committee Description
The Women of Tech Affinity Group is a members-only community within TechSTL, dedicated to supporting and empowering those who identify as women in the technology sector across St. Louis. Meeting monthly, this group fosters a collaborative environment where members can connect, share experiences, and drive initiatives that advance gender equity and inclusion in tech.
The Women of Tech Affinity Group & Forum is a members-only space dedicated to fostering connection, support, and advancement for those who identify as women in the St. Louis technology sector.
GROUP PURPOSE
This group serves as a platform for:
- Building meaningful connections among women in tech
- Sharing professional development resources
- Supporting career advancement and visibility
- Discussing workplace inclusion strategies
- Fostering mentorship relationships
- Advancing gender equity initiatives
- Celebrating women’s achievements in tech
MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY
- Those who identify as women in tech
- Active TechSTL members
- Verified allies (by application)
- Industry partners (by invitation)
- DEI professionals
- TechSTL staff moderators
POSTING GUIDELINES
DO:
- Share professional opportunities
- Post questions about career development
- Contribute success stories and experiences
- Share relevant events and programs
- Promote mentorship opportunities
- Offer support and guidance
- Share industry insights
DON’T:
- Share members’ personal information
- Post discriminatory content
- Engage in exclusionary behavior
- Share private group discussions
- Post promotional content without approval
- Disclose sensitive workplace matters
INTERACTION GUIDELINES
- Maintain a supportive environment
- Practice active listening
- Provide constructive feedback
- Respect diverse experiences
- Foster inclusive dialogue
- Support professional growth
- Honor confidentiality
CONTENT MODERATION
- Content reviewed for inclusivity
- Safe space standards maintained
- Privacy strictly protected
- Members can report concerns
- Swift action on violations
PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY
- Strict confidentiality required
- No sharing of membership information
- Private messaging guidelines enforced
- Photo and social media restrictions
- Secure communication channels
EVENT PARTICIPATION
Events should be:
- Inclusive and accessible
- Career-focused
- Skill-building oriented
- Network-strengthening
- Professionally enriching
- Safe space conscious
RESOURCE SHARING
- Share verified professional resources
- Provide implementation context
- Credit original sources
- Focus on career advancement
- Tag content for easy reference
- Include success metrics
MENTORSHIP GUIDELINES
- Respect mentor/mentee relationships
- Follow structured programs
- Maintain professional boundaries
- Document growth objectives
- Honor time commitments
- Share success stories
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Support skill advancement
- Share learning opportunities
- Promote leadership development
- Facilitate networking
- Enable visibility
- Track progress
VIOLATION CONSEQUENCES
- First occurrence: Private discussion
- Second occurrence: Membership review
- Third occurrence: Membership suspension
- Severe violations result in immediate removal from TechSTL
- Safety violations reported to appropriate authorities
CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or concerns about these guidelines, contact:
- Committee Chair: Pending
- TechSTL Staff: Emily Hemingway, Emily@TechSTL.com
These guidelines are subject to updates based on community needs and feedback. Members will be notified of any changes.
Last Updated: January 2025