TC Sessions: Justice 2021 - What to Expect

TC Sessions: Justice 2021 – A Preview of Key Events

Prepare to participate in crucial discussions surrounding vital topics within the technology sector – namely, diversity, equity, inclusion, and labor practices. TC Sessions: Justice 2021, a one-day virtual symposium, commences tomorrow, March 3rd. We aim to spotlight several of the influential individuals, presentations, and fireside conversations you will not want to overlook.

A quick reminder – if you haven't yet secured your attendance, you can register and claim your spot here.

Expert Insights and Interactive Engagement

The event will feature insights from leading experts, prominent voices, and advocates for social justice – representing both the tech industry and broader societal spheres. The highly interactive virtual platform facilitates engagement with the discussions, allows for direct questioning, and fosters connections with fellow participants globally.

Below are a few highlights from tomorrow’s schedule of compelling presentations and events. A comprehensive overview of the day’s programming can be found within the official event agenda.

Featured Sessions

Creating Equity in Tech with Congresswoman Barbara Lee (D-CA): The notion that a lack of diversity in tech stems from a “pipeline problem” is a significant misconception. Don't miss this discussion with Congresswoman Lee, representing California’s East Bay, as she explores opportunities to establish a level playing field within the tech landscape. This will allow underrepresented investors, founders, designers, and developers to fully benefit from the industry’s growth.

Fireside Chat – Diversity Is More Than Hiring People of Color: While societal acceptance of change – encompassing racial diversity and workplace equality – appears to be progressing, substantial work remains. Currently, organizational diversity often focuses on recruitment from diverse talent pools. However, truly unlocking the potential of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) necessitates a broader approach than simply a “people strategy.”

Sustainable and impactful DEI initiatives require integrating these principles, policies, systems, and practices throughout all facets of the business. This includes the employee experience, customer interactions, brand identity, and overall corporate responsibility. Sponsored by Onshape.

Additional Opportunities

• Pitch Feedback: Attend a pitch feedback session featuring select founders from TC Include who are exhibiting at TC Sessions: Justice 2021. The session will be moderated by members of the TechCrunch team.
• Access All Areas – Designing Accessibility From Day One: This session will delve into the critical importance of prioritizing accessible product design from the initial stages of development. We will examine how both the social and medical models of disability shape technological advancements.

Incorporating the knowledge of disabled technologists, creators, investors, scientists, and software engineers into the core of your company’s operations is essential for building a functional and equitable society. Furthermore, it can prevent missed revenue opportunities.

This represents only a small sample of the valuable content awaiting you at TC Sessions: Justice 2021. Secure your pass, review the agenda, and plan your participation in this important effort to cultivate a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable technology industry.