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Special Event

Gender Bias in Tech: A Virtual Reality Experience

Thursday, September 13, 2018
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

What happens when a young female coder joins a male-dominated floundering startup that's deep in an identity crisis?

UTURN is an interactive live-action VR comedy where viewers get to experience both sides of the gender divide, with interwoven stories that allow viewers to embody either a female or male character.

The virtual reality film will be be presented by its creator, Nathalie Mathe, and will be followed by a facilitated discussion of the experience and issues raised. Participants will come away with a deeper understanding of gender dynamics in tech workplaces.

Registration

Space is limited; advance registration recommended. Free.

Three sessions are available; limit of 20 participants per session.

Additional sessions:

12:30 – 2:00 pm session

Last updated: September 11, 2018