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Men Crash Women's Tech Conference By Posing as Nonbinary

  • Men registered as nonbinary to attend Grace Hopper Celebration, a conference for women and nonbinary technologists.
  • The men took resources and opportunities meant for women and nonbinary attendees.
  • Organizers acknowledged the need for male allies but emphasized creating space for women.
  • Videos showed men rushing recruiters, skipping sessions, and exhibiting aggressive behavior.
  • The organization pledged structural changes to ensure a better experience for women and nonbinary attendees.
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