about us

Austin Women in Technology (AWT) is an Austin-based organization, chartered in 2000 as the Association for Women in Technology -- Austin (AWTAustin). We changed our name in 2009 but maintain a commitment to the intention on which the original organization was formed:  providing a venue for women in the field of technology to network and assist other women who work in, with or have a passion for technology.

Many of the founding members of AWT are trailblazers. They have the hard-won experience of being "firsts": the first ones in their families to attend college; the first to study in a technical field or work for a technology company; the first woman on a management team, board or project; the first to start a company. We continue to provide a support and intellectual system for women pushing their own boundaries, whether they be the first, fiftieth or five hundreth to achieve their goals.

AWT accomplishes this purpose by building a visible community of individuals supporting women in technology, offering opportunities to work side-by-side with our entirely volunteer committees and board, and creating a variety of programs that provide opportunities for the whole community to network and learn about topics of interest to women in technology.

The cornerstones of the AWT mandate are:

CONNECT with Austin's fun, successful, intelligent, tech-minded community at events and through social media.

LEARN something new at one of our informative presentations or interactive discussions about technology, careers, community and the world.

GROW personally and professionally by delving into interesting topics with a motivated community.

LEAD through committee and officer roles in the organization, opportunities in the community or by mentoring members.