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I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar, The Roar That Shatters Glass: Interpersonal Dynamics Challenging Women in a Male-Dominated Field
Time:
Friday, 25/Oct/2024:
8:00am - 12:00pm
Location:Imperial Ballroom 1, Third Floor
Presentations
ID: 165 / [Single Presentation of ID 165]: 1 Workshops 4 hours, In-Person Workshop Confirmation 1: I/we acknowledge that all session authors/presenters have read and agreed to the ASIS&T Annual Meeting Policies Topics: Technology; Culture; and Society (biases in information systems or society or data; social aspects of computerization; digital culture; information & society; information & communication technology for development; information for sustainable dev) Keywords: Women, technology, librarianship, teams, diversity
I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar, The Roar That Shatters Glass: Interpersonal Dynamics Challenging Women in a Male-Dominated Field
Danielle McGhee, Kate Blalack, Amanda Gray Perry, Beata Trozzolo
University of Notre Dame, USA
Women who work in library IT professions often struggle with being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Research has shown that early experiences of belonging or lack thereof determine how women confidently navigate the tech space or silently struggle with daily tasks, project management, collaboratively participate in groups, and/or lead in a male dominated space. Communication styles, bias, and work-life balance all contribute to differences in navigating and succeeding in this environment. This workshop aims to create space for open and direct discussion about this often uncomfortable topic of gender bias in teams. We will explore topics of identifying personal values and contributions, learning to use our “voices” effectively, the power of reciprocity, and identifying support systems. The workshop will include self-awareness and interactive activities, movement facilitation, reflection time, and strategic directions forward.
Participants will learn the following: Data and statistics about women in information technology fields. The importance of belonging on teams. Gain self-awareness insights and how to use strengths in the workplace. How to strategize when working with male colleagues and how to look for allies. Additional registration fee applies.
