Who Are We?
Women Who Do Data (W2D2) is a member-led, cooperative organization championing the advancement of women and underrepresented data, ML & AI professionals in order to achieve equitable progress for these people and their economic empowerment while directly combating AI basis due to lack of engineering diversity and perspective in the industry. With a board of directors pooling and bootstrapping their resources with a shared goal of building a community for members to own and thrive in. We are currently working to incorporate as a 501c3 to take advantage of all the benefits available for our community. W2D2’s focus is niche and quality. We are currently in our pre-donor phase.
Our Mission
Our mission is to champion a fair and unbiased future of technology by empowering women and underrepresented groups in the data and AI/ML fields. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive community where these voices can grow to lead the development of ethical AI solutions and drive equitable industry practices. Through member-led governance and measurable impact, we ensure our community actively shapes our direction and success.
Our Vision
We envision a world where technology is shaped and influenced by the diverse voices of women and underrepresented groups, with ethics at the forefront. Our community is a beacon of empowerment and professional excellence building that creates opportunity for members to thrive in their careers and sets new standards for what it means to be a data and AI/ML practitioner.
Organizational Values
- Member-led Governance: We champion bottom-up leadership. Members actively participate in decision-making processes, including voting on financial and managerial roles, ensuring that the organization remains responsive to its community's needs.
- Inclusivity and Diversity: We actively support and recruit underrepresented groups in Data and AI/ML, striving for equity across genders and minorities to create a balanced and diverse field.
- Transparency: We maintain openness about organizational practices and decisions to build trust with members and ensure accountability.
- Career Development and Professional Growth: We focus on tangible member growth and support such as internships, pro bono project experiences, and mentorship programs to help members advance their careers in Data and AI/ML.
- Empowering through Education and Training: We provide training, workshops, certification assistance, and educational content that are both ethical, timely, and inclusive, aiming to develop elite data professionals.
- Knowledge Sharing and Networking: We foster a collaborative community that facilitates continuous learning, professional development, and networking opportunities.
- Leadership Opportunities: We enable members to develop leadership skills and contribute to the community, enhancing their influence in the Data and AI/ML fields.
- Promotion of Unbiased Technology: We actively contribute to a future where technology is unbiased, ensuring better career opportunities and a fair tech environment for all.
- Equitable Opportunities: We ensure that all members have equal opportunities to succeed, not only by breaking barriers and comfort zones, but also by providing the necessary resources to excel.
- Impact Measurement: We are a data-driven organization that operates with measurable goals and impact metrics to assess the effectiveness of programs and initiatives, guiding continuous improvement.
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