Datacenter Dames Norway is a volunteer not for profit organization.

The rules for membership follows the organizations bylaws (§ 6) and are as follows (translated into English, and made to bulletpoints for clarification)

1. Memberships are for persons (currently, we do not have support membership for businesses etc. Do you represent a business and want to support us? See here)
2. Membership is open to all who (and/or)
   1. identify with the target group (women in the datacenter industry)
   2. support the purpose of the organization (“The organizations purpose is to gather, support and lift women in and around the datacenter industry in Norway”)
   3. wish to contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive community
3. Membership fee is decided by, and organized by the board. (Currently: 100 NOK)
4. Membership and voting rights occur when membership fee is paid and members consequently are registered in the organization membership overview.
5. The duration of the membership fee is organized by the board. (Currently: 1 year)
6. The board may delete members who do not pay membership fees after written notice of delayed payment.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I work in the datacenter industry?

Most people working in the industry does not work in a datacenter operator. Some of the women in datacenter dames are lawyers, security advisors, fiber technicians, management, human resources, accouting, electricians, physical security guards… Some work in law firms, some with data center operators, some with software companies – some with hardware companies. Some may work in transport, some work in security, some work in recruting agencies. A lot are energy developers and maybe more work in real estate…

One of the thing we were focused on in the beginning of this organization, is that we all come from different fields, and this is what makes the industry so thrilling.

Some times we meet women who do not think they work in the industry because do not work in a data center operator. But if you have seen the research – not many do. Most people in the industry are suppliers, vendors and core customers.

Women?

We do not even need to go into to “what is a woman”. Membership is open to anyone who support the purpose of the organization.

The full purpose statement is this:

The purpose of the organization is to gather, support and lift women in and around the data center industry in Norway.

The organization shall contribute to increased visibility, networking, professional development, a sense of security, and belonging, and serve as an inclusive meeting place where members can share experiences, build relationships, and grow together.

The association shall work towards greater diversity, equal opportunities, and a more representative data center industry.

The association is independent of political parties and religious organizations.