FAQ

ACT-W is a conference dedicated to for advancing the careers of women in tech. We also welcome people from all backgrounds including people who are just starting out in tech, people who have never been involved in tech, unemployed individuals, top level executives and experienced technological professionals. There is something for everyone!

Answering to a growing need for community and diversity inclusion in tech, ACT-W began five years ago as successful regional events and expanded to seven different cities last year. We are excited to include you in our growing community!

ACT-W is built for people like you! Everything about this conference is designed around inclusivity and acceptance. We receive students, participants just starting out in tech, people who’ve never been a part of tech at all, unemployed individuals, top level executives, and experienced technological professionals. We welcome people of all genders, backgrounds, races, faiths, and beliefs who support our mission to promote girls and women in technology and agree to our Code of Conduct

Yes! Just like our high school girls who attend ChickTech youth programs without any previous background in technology, ACT-W strives to make the tech industry more accessible to everyone. Whether you’ve had zero experience in technology or are a lifelong coder, ACT-W has something for you. Besides technological learning, our speaker tracks also include valuable lessons in career development, diversity, and leadership.

Yes! At its core, ACT-W is a place for people of all all genders, backgrounds, races, faiths, and beliefs to find a community that welcomes them and supports their interest in technology. As a male, attending ACT-W not only gives you access to outstanding content, but shows your commitment to serving as an ally, supporting ChickTech’s mission of increasing diversity in the technology workforce.

• Engaging and inspiring programming
• A community of empowerment and support
• The chance to network with like-minded participants and businesses
• Relevant keynotes, lightning talks, workshops, and breakout sessions
• Breakfasts, lunches, and coffee breaks throughout
• Networking events and celebratory happy hours
• Community and career fair

We strive to make ACT-W as accessible as possible. We offer a special rate of $35 for full-time students. This rate also extends to anyone who is currently unemployed at time of payment.

We offer discounts for groups of 10 or more on Regular price registration.

Depending on availability, we will have a select number of tickets available for purchase
at the conference. We encourage you to secure your spot and register online as it is the best way to guarantee your attendance.

Refund policies are not available for regional ACT-W Conferences however there will be specific refund policies for the ACT-W National Conference.

Breakfast and lunch are provided everyday at the conference, and we’ll have light appetizers available at our happy hours. It is important to us that your dietary needs are met. Please include any dietary restrictions during registration and we’ll try to make sure a meal is ready for you at the conference that keeps you well fueled.

We do our best to create events with accessibility in mind. However, if you feel you may need additional accessibility or support in order to fully enjoy any of our programs, please let us know! Contact us at [email protected].

Yes! ACT-W conferences run on the energy of our volunteers who care about empowering women and supporters in technology. As a volunteer, you’ll be a vital part of the conference and help to create a welcoming and outstanding conference experience for participants. Volunteers will be responsible for various conference duties such as staffing the registration/information booth, crowd management, assisting speakers and pre-conference course instructors, and communicating information about the conference. People of all genders are welcome to volunteer. Volunteers will receive a free ticket to ACT-W.

Yes. It is very important that all attendees adhere to it. Please take a moment to read the ACT-W Code of Conduct here.