Data Feminism Book Club Series Finale

Data Feminism Network (DFN) and Toronto Womxn in Data Science welcome you to a special 3-part book club series! Over 3 virtual sessions, we will be delving into Data Feminism, by Catherine D’Ignazio and Lauren F. Klein.

Data feminism is a framework for thinking about data science and ethics that is guided by ideas of intersectional feminism. The work of data feminism uncovers how standard practices in data science serve to reinforce existing inequalities around the world.

BOOK ACCESS: https://data-feminism.mitpress.mit.edu/

The book has been made available for FREE online using the link above, however, if you wish, we encourage you to support the authors of this amazing piece of work by purchasing the hardcover or ebook option (also through the link above).

Event Details:

DATES:

Sunday July 25th Session (Intro - Ch.2)

Sunday August 22nd Session (Ch.3 - Ch.5)

Thursday September 23rd Session (Ch.6 - Conclusion)

WHERE: Virtual event

WHO: Everyone! Whether you’re an expert in data feminism or entirely new and interested in learning more, this book club is for you. We encourage a safe space for open communication and learning.

WHAT: An opportunity to deepen your knowledge of data feminism by engaging in group discussions and to expand your network by engaging with fellow community members interested in data feminism.

Sign-up to receive your own Data Feminism study guide that provides key definitions, overviews, and reflection questions. We hope to see you at our first meeting!

*Please note that although we encourage attendees to attend all three meetings in the series, you are welcome to join for as many meetings as you are able.