Laís Carvalho

Community Conferences under the Hood, Perspectives and Best Practices in Volunteer Organization

PyCon DE 2024 - Berlin

About the project

PyCon DE & PyData Berlin is volunteer run. This panel discussion aims to underscore the significant role that volunteer organization plays in cultivating environments of authenticity, inclusion, and diversity within tech communities.

Humble Data Workshops for underrepresented minorities in tech

Several events

About the project

My journey with HumbleData started in 2021, when I was mentored as part of the PyCon Namibia event.
Humble Data aims at lowering the entry-barrier for underrepresented minorities into technology, specifically Python and Data Science.

I have organised workshops at: EuroPython Dublin 2022 and 2023, PyCon Spain 2023, PyCon Italy 2024, PyCon DE 2024.

From Data-driven to people-driven, Leading with empathy in Tech

Woman in DevOps

About the project

The event was aimed at people who were looking to form meaningful new connections, learn how to make a positive difference of your own, and hear from key voices working inside the tech space today. The key takeaways were:
Define the meaning of an equitable world

Explore the benefits of achieving equity in the modern workplace

Highlight the power of active advocacy

Discuss the role of collective activism

Find out which steps the tech industry can take next

Envision an equitable future for all