How Trans-Inclusive Are Hackathons?
Rafa Prado, Wendy Berry Mendes, Kiev Gama, Gustavo Pinto
Abstract
Hackathons can be fun! However, for the transgender community and other minorities, hackathons can have an uncomfortable atmosphere. In this article, we surveyed 44 LGBTQIA+ experienced in hackathons and interviewed seven transgender participants. By understanding their needs and challenges, we introduce five recommendations to make hackathons more inclusive.
Topics & Concepts
TransgenderAtmosphere (unit)Computer scienceSociologyGender studiesGeographyMeteorologyBiomedical and Engineering EducationE-Learning and Knowledge ManagementGenetics, Bioinformatics, and Biomedical Research