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This interesting article discusses the bias against stereotypical features of women’s speech such as uptalk and “swoopy” intonation, and how a person’s speech is affected by many factors other than gender. Think Black English sounds uneducated? That’s probably because you have some racist notions about black people. Does a Southern accent sound unintelligent to you? […]
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Mingle and network with women in Vancouver’s technology community and learn about CanWIT BC’s Chapter events. Be sure to bring your business card for door prizes! This event will take place on Thursday, Jan 15, during 5pm – 7:30pm, at Lions Pub at Terminal City Club, 888 West Cordova. Click here for more information and […]
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Women in Mining Vancouver’s Lunch and Learn this month is a web presentation by Jacinda Mack, Mining Response Coordinator at the Northern Shuswap Tribal Council. This event will take place on Thursday, Jan 8 during 12pm – 1pm, at Fasken Martineau, 2900 – 550 Burrard Street. Click here for more information.
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