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WiDS Central Massachusetts @ WPI is independently organized by the Data Science Program at Worcester Polytechnic Institute in collaboration with colleagues at Bryant University to be part of the mission to increase participation of women in data sciecne and to feature outstanding women doing outstanding work. 

An estimated 200+ locations join this conference worldwide. The Global WiDS Conference aims to inspire and educate data scientists worldwide, regardless of gender, and to support women in the field.

The WiDS mission is to achieve 30% represenatation for women in education, innovation and leadership by 2030 with a long term vision of full and equal representation in Decision Making, Economic Prosperity, and opportunity. WiDS Central Mass @ WPI is thrilled to be part of these efforts to promote women in STEM!

This half-day technical conference provides an opportunity to hear about the latest data science-related research and applications in a number of domains, and to connect with others in the field. This year our conference will be held in-person on campus at WPI with great opportunities for interaction and facilitating connections among presenters and attendees.

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WiDS Central Mass is grateful to have the continued support of the Women’s Impact Network (WIN), a women-led philanthropic organization that funds grants to advance women in STEM @ WPI.

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