Coffee Clubs: Connection Over Coffee

WiTT Coffee Clubs are casual, welcoming spaces where women in tech and trades can connect, share experiences and build community. Whether you’re looking for support, inspiration or just good conversation, these meetups offer a chance to engage with peers, faculty and industry partners in an informal setting—one cup at a time.

Topics Overview

Topics you might explore Focus
Club kick off and building your network from day one Importance of networking early in college; how to connect with peers, instructors and industry mentors.
Know your worth: finding and using your voice Speaking up in classrooms, shops, and workplaces; owning your ideas and contributions.
The invisible load: avoiding the workhorse trap Recognizing unpaid emotional labor and burnout; setting healthy boundaries.
Safe spaces, smart choices: choosing safe and respectful workplaces Red flags in workplace culture; understanding your rights and how to report unsafe or discriminatory behavior.
Mentors matter: finding allies and advocates Building meaningful mentorship relationships; identifying allies who support gender equality.
Professionalism without conformity Navigating workplace culture without losing your identity; managing bias and expectations.
Money talks: wages, negotiation & financial independence Understanding pay structures, asking for raises and planning for financial independence.
When things get tough: resilience in tech and trades Mental health, grit and support systems; handling failure and setbacks.
Present and powerful: speaking up in meetings and on the job Public speaking and effective communication in teams, meetings and leadership roles.
End-of-year showcase: your career toolkit Celebrating growth; reviewing what students learned and how they’ll apply it in work placements or full-time roles.

 

Connect with Us

Interested in joining the next Coffee Club? Our clubs run annually from September to June, bringing together students, faculty and industry partners for engaging conversations over coffee.

Want to know when and where the next one is happening?
Reach out to us at WiTT@algonquincollege.com to find out the date, time, location, as well as the faculty lead and industry partner who will be in attendance.