Computing and information technologies are now ubiquitous and of vital importance in the global society. Gender related issues in computing continue to be critical in realising the potential of these technologies. Computing as a discipline has a clear gender imbalance.
Recent figures show recruitment of women into the discipline is continuing to decline.
To date, significant determinants of women's success in the computing field have been explored primarily in terms of societal, cultural and organisational work factors. The perspective of women computer technologists and engineers has often been overlooked. Tensions between the different groups exist but there has been insufficient dialogue between these different groups to date. This conference will address this situation and provide an opportunity for a greater understanding between all those working in and associated with computing. Papers are invited within the broad area of Gender related computing research.