Our Story
Girl Geek Dinners was founded on August 16, 2005, out of a desire to change the landscape of tech events. One passionate woman, frustrated by often being the only woman at technical events, imagined a space where people could come together to share their love for technology without gendered expectations. Reaching out to the blogging community, she organized the first Girl Geek Dinner in London, which attracted 35 attendees. Companies soon began sponsoring these events, which quickly grew beyond London and took root globally.
Today, Girl Geek Dinners hosts events worldwide, bringing together women and allies who are passionate about technology and innovation. What began as a local gathering has grown into a global movement, inspiring similar initiatives, organizations, and events that continue to strengthen the women-in-tech ecosystem worldwide. Each Girl Geek Dinner provides an informal, welcoming environment where women and allies can share their experiences, learn from each other, and support one another in their professional and personal journeys. With guest speakers addressing technical topics, women-in-tech issues, and personal development, these events create a space for connection, mentorship, and growth, helping to drive meaningful change in tech communities around the globe.
How Girl Geek Dinners Fits with the Girl Geek Network and GirlyGeekdom
Girl Geek Dinners, GirlyGeekdom, and the Girl Geek Network are all part of a shared mission: to celebrate and empower women in tech by providing spaces for connection, learning, and inspiration.
• Girl Geek Network is our primary platform, offering online events, workshops, and resources to support women in tech worldwide. It serves as the umbrella organization, uniting Girl Geek Dinners and GirlyGeekdom to create a cohesive community. Through the Network, members can access webinars, courses, industry news, a job board, and a podcast, all designed to keep them informed and inspired.
• GirlyGeekdom is the magazine of the Girl Geek Network, offering lifestyle, tech, and parenting content from a geek perspective. It’s a digital space where readers can explore the latest gadgets, tech trends, and family-friendly tech advice, along with sponsored content from carefully selected brands.
• Girl Geek Dinners stands apart as the community-driven, in-person extension of this mission. Our volunteer-led dinners bring women in tech together in local cities worldwide, where they can connect over shared interests, learn from guest speakers, and build lasting relationships within the tech community.
Together, these platforms create a vibrant ecosystem for women in tech. Whether you prefer online learning, digital content, or in-person events, we offer a variety of ways to engage, learn, and connect with like-minded individuals.
Our Vision
Our vision extends beyond individual events. We aim to bring the Girl Geek spirit to schools, colleges, and universities around the world, encouraging young people to discover the possibilities in technology and to engage with it in a meaningful way.
Why It Matters
With the demand for technical expertise rising globally and the percentage of women in tech still far too low, our mission is more important than ever. We aim to break down the stereotypes and barriers that discourage young people from exploring technology and to foster an inclusive community where everyone can thrive.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to support, connect, and inspire women in tech by building communities that inspire and support women working in tech.
