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329 | <span class="presentation-time" data-starttime="2024-08-02T16:30:00" data-endtime="2024-08-02T17:15:00">Fri 02 Aug 4:30 p.m.&ndash;5:15 p.m.</span>
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<strong><a href="../../../speaker/profile/346/index.html">Omotola Eunice OMOTAYO</a></strong><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/elegantTolly">@elegantTolly</a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/omotola-omotayo-9406b8162/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/omotola-omotayo-9406b8162/</a>
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<div class="bio">Omotola has always been at the forefront of bridging the gender gap in the tech ecosystem and ensuring inclusion for all. She is a skilled and experienced community and project manager in different developmental sectors. Her power of influence, communication, and interpersonal skills have helped her foster meaningful relationships.
Omotola has track records of success in supporting and leading people and projects—empowering women and vulnerable populations and leading and advocating for gender diversity in tech. She cares deeply about diversity and inclusion.
Omotola is one of the Outreachy organizers, a paid internship program that improves open source diversity, where she manages the community. She was the community lead at She Code Africa, where she managed over 60,000 women in tech across Africa. Here, she empowers women to contribute to open-source projects, ensuring women are equally represented in all career roles in tech. She founded Elegance Media, one of the many brands in her empire. Elegance Media helps businesses and organizations use online and community spaces well. Here, she aims to empower people with the skills to do the same.
Omotola expands her experience and expertise as a consultant, mentor, and global speaker. She is open to relocation and consulting opportunities.</div>
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<div class="abstract pb-4"><p>In today's rapidly evolving tech landscape, fostering diversity and promoting sustainability are not just ethical imperatives but crucial elements for innovation and long-term societal impact. Outreachy, a successful diversity program and one of the main projects of SFC, exemplifies these principles aimed at supporting underrepresented groups in open source and tech communities worldwide.
This talk proposes to explore the pivotal role of Outreachy in advancing diversity and sustainability while advocating for increased support and empowerment towards the sustainability of the program.
The discussion points will include the following:
1) The significance of diversity in driving innovation and creativity within tech companies and open-source communities.
Presenting statistical evidence and case studies that highlight the tangible benefits of diverse teams in problem-solving and product development.
2) Exploring how Outreachy's focus on sustainability aligns with global efforts towards environmental stewardship in technology.
Showcasing projects within Outreachy that exemplify sustainable tech solutions, such as renewable energy monitoring systems and eco-friendly software development practices,.
3) Addressing the challenges faced by Outreachy in scaling its impact and ensuring the long-term sustainability of its programs.
Proposing strategies for enhancing collaboration with tech companies, educational institutions, and funding partners to broaden Outreachy's reach and support.
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This session will urge stakeholders in the tech industry, including corporations, nonprofits, and individuals, to actively support Outreachy's mission through sponsorship, mentorship, and advocacy. Emphasizing the role of collective action in creating an inclusive and sustainable tech ecosystem that benefits everyone.
In conclusion, this talk aims to inspire and mobilize the audience to champion diversity and sustainability in tech by supporting Outreachy. By amplifying Outreachy's impact through increased awareness and resources, we can create a future where opportunities are accessible to all and technological advancements are driven by diverse perspectives and ethical considerations.
Attendees will gain insights into the transformative power of Outreachy in fostering diversity and sustainability within tech, along with actionable steps to contribute to its success. This talk seeks to ignite a conversation on the pivotal role of inclusive initiatives like Outreachy in shaping the future of technology and society as a whole.</p></div>
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