#GAReads | #Manels Tweeple Slam All-Male Panels, Ask for Equal Representation
photo credit: @martyswant on Twitter
GenderAvenger is mentioned and quoted in this roundup of “twitterati” speaking out against manels!
“#Manels Tweeple Slam All-Male Panels, Ask for Equal Representation”:
Tired of watching an all-male panel pontificating and discussing everything under the sun without even realising that it’s not fair?
Well, here’s some good news as social media endorses the need for a panel with equal representation.
The Twitterverse has started a new trend, slamming all organisations that entertain a ‘manel’ – an all-male panel – for discussions and events. Organisers cite the inability to find female experts as the reason for not inviting them – REALLY?