Women in CaribNOG (WIC)

CaribNOG has been organizing biannual regional meetings since its inception, starting with the inaugural gathering in August 2010 in St. Maarten. These meetings welcome participation from a diverse range of individuals and institutions interested in advancing Internet technologies, including network operators, IT professionals, students, regulators, entrepreneurs, and government representatives.

CaribNOG’s community is stronger when more of its people are in the room. Women in CaribNOG makes that happen.

Our Women in CaribNOG Initiative was introduced during the CaribNOG 26 regional meeting, held in St. Kitts and Nevis in September 2023.

The Women in CaribNOG Initiative seeks to discover, nurture, bolster, and champion Caribbean women (and girls) active in network engineering, managing IP networks, internet infrastructure research, and leadership roles.

Our primary objective is to identify and nurture female talent in technology, providing robust networking and support systems to facilitate professional growth. We hope to promote increased female involvement in CaribNOG endeavors by advocating for participation in mailing lists, attendance at meetings, and delivering presentations.

By contributing to the development of knowledge-sharing in the industry, participants play a crucial role in enhancing the resilience of critical internet infrastructure.

Women in CaribNOG develops and supports women practitioners across the Caribbean Internet operations community.

Network engineers, systems architects, security professionals, policymakers, educators, and students: Women in CaribNOG creates space for women at every career stage to grow their skills, build professional relationships, find mentors, and take their place in the community that builds and secures the region’s Internet.

Participation in this initiative brings a myriad of benefits, including unparalleled networking opportunities with industry peers and leaders, access to tailored skill enhancement programs, increased visibility through participation in CaribNOG events, and career advancement support through mentorship programs. The initiative also serves as a catalyst for inspiring the next generation of female leaders in technology, fostering a culture of diversity and excellence.

The programme offers community recognition, mentoring connections, peer networks, and participation pathways within the CaribNOG Regional Meeting and the wider community calendar.

This initiative aligns with CaribNOG’s longstanding commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within the rapidly evolving Caribbean technology sector.

If you are ready to join us shape the future of the Caribbean’s digital landscape and cultivating a more inclusive and dynamic technological ecosystem, reach out to Claire at: Claire.Craig@Caribnog.org.