Beyond the Trend: Authentic Approaches to Fostering Diversity in Open Source

Explore authentic approaches to fostering diversity in open source with this insightful 31-minute talk by Jessica Tegner. Delve into the challenges of diversity in open source and learn how to intentionally diversify while maintaining genuineness. Discover strategies to avoid common pitfalls in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) efforts through concrete, immediately implementable examples. Gain a unique perspective on diversifying open source as Jessica shares her journey as a blind woman in tech. Understand the importance of open-mindedness to new and different perspectives in successful open collaboration. Learn how to make your project, team, or workplace more diverse by following the experiences of someone from multiple minority groups. Acquire practical steps to diversify for the right reasons and create a more inclusive open source community.