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Page 1: Duchess JavaOne 2011

Introducing Duchess

Globally Connecting Women in Java Technology

JavaOne 2011

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Introducing Duchess

• Global network of women in Java technology• Over 400 members in 57 countries • Founded in 2007 in the Netherlands• Strong presence in the Netherlands, France, Sweden• Recent new chapters in Africa and Indonesia• Organize technical and social events • Participate in the greater Java communities (JUGs) • Organize BOF (Bird-of-a-Feature) sessions at various Java

conferences all over the world:

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Our Mission

• Globally connect women in Java technology • Give visibility to women in Java technology• Support women in Java technology and their careers • Develop the leadership skills of women in Java technology • Raise awareness of the advantages of gender diversity in

the workplace• Enhance the understanding of gender differences and

similarities, advance collaboration • Promote positive change in the image of IT by example• Participate in initiatives to increase the influx and

retention of talent in technology careers

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Duchess Chapters

Be the first to make a Duchess logo andcreate a Duchess group online for your country!

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Become Visible

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Duchess Events

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Get Involved

• We welcome all women who work with Java technology• Including developers, architects, testers, business analysts,

managers, and others• We believe that women have an essential role to play in the

future of IT as it evolves in the global economy• Theme for the year: Become Visible• Participate in existing Java communities• We are looking for Duchess leaders everywhere

Join us at http://jduchess.org

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