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Boys as Allies

Boys explore how to be active allies in creating inclusive tech environments, using resources provided by the programme.

Wednesday 14 October 2026 In your school School communities

Boys explore how to be active allies in creating inclusive tech environments, using resources provided by the programme.

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Agenda

00:00 – 00:05

Welcome: Why Inclusion Matters

Welcome

Welcome and an introduction to why inclusion matters in technology.

All

Programme Host—to be announced

00:05 – 00:15

Notice the Stereotype

Workshop

Pupils learn to notice stereotypes in technology and media.

All

Workshop Facilitator—to be announced

00:15 – 00:25

Listen and Understand

Inspiration

Listening to and understanding the experiences of others.

All

Role Model—to be announced

00:25 – 00:40

Allyship Scenarios

Workshop

Practical allyship scenarios for pupils to work through.

All

Workshop Facilitator—to be announced

00:40 – 00:50

From Bystander to Ally

Workshop

How to move from being a bystander to being an active ally.

All

Workshop Facilitator—to be announced

00:50 – 00:57

Create the Class or School Pledge

Workshop

The class or school creates its own pledge. Suggested pledge: We will listen, include, encourage and challenge stereotypes so everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed in technology.

All

Workshop Facilitator—to be announced

00:57 – 01:00

Personal Commitment and Close

Inspiration

Personal commitment and close.

All

Role Model—to be announced

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