Here are a few tips to ensure that people can participate, benefit and contribute equally regardless of their gender or other identities.
💡 Ensure that the group planning the event is diverse and includes women and members from other traditionally underrepresented groups
💡 Design conference sessions to feature diverse panelists and speakers across all sessions
💡 Ensure the chosen venue is safe and accessible to all individuals including those who rely on public transportation and people with disabilities
💡 Facilitate and support equal participation and visibility of speakers
💡 Ensure that all the needs expressed during registration (dietary, accessibility, and/or other personal needs) are met throughout the event
💡 Support attendee’s equal participation
💡 Send an event summary after the event and solicit feedback which includes space for participants to explicitly comment on diversity and inclusion.