The Armor We Wear

What made you choose tech? Was it the thrill of solving impossible problems? The joy of continuous learning? The vision of making a difference in the world? Whatever called you here - your voice, your story, and your presence matter.

But let’s be honest - being in tech, especially as a woman or someone with an underrepresented identity, often requires armor. Maybe you’ve had to harden yourself just to be heard. Maybe you’ve been called “too direct” or “not a team player” for setting boundaries. Maybe you’ve felt the pressure to smile, to soften, to explain - just to fit in.

You are not imagining it. And you are not alone.
In this interactive and courageous session, we’ll come together to:

• ❤️‍🔥 Reflect on the subtle and overt biases we face in our day-to-day work.
• ❤️‍🔥 Identify where we’ve built armor to protect ourselves - and where it might be holding us back.
• ❤️‍🔥 Explore what brave boundaries look like: clear, kind, and confident.
• ❤️‍🔥 Share practical strategies for navigating bias while staying grounded in our values.

This is a safe and supportive space to speak freely, connect deeply, and explore how we can thrive without shrinking who we are.

Bring your experiences, your fire, and your voice. Let’s release what no longer serves us - and rise together, stronger and freer than before.

Ready to shed the armor and stand in your full power? Sign up now. 🐉

Curious about how I facilitate meetups? Check out the blog post I wrote about our last one here: https://www.avagasso.com/post/diversity-in-tech-nl-a-night-of-purpose-power-and-collective-wisdom