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CHAOSScast – Episode 95

In this episode of CHAOSScast, host Harmony Elendu and guests Ruth Ikegah, Enock Kasaadha, and Adeyinka Oresanya discuss the DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) Badging Project and its impact on promoting inclusivity in open-source communities. They explore the history of the project, the differences between project and event badging, and the importance of DEI badges in signaling a commitment to diversity. The episode provides insights on how to apply for badges and highlights the role of both automation and human reviewers in the process. Listeners are encouraged to learn more about improving diversity in their own projects and events. Press download now!

[00:00:28] Ruth, Enock, and Adeyinka introduce themselves.

[00:02:47] Harmony introduces the DEI Badging Project and its contributions to open source communities globally. Enock gives a brief history of DEI Badging, highlighting its role in certifying events and projects for diversity, equity, and inclusion.

[00:07:01] Ruth explains the key differences between project and event badging.

[00:13:21] Enock explains the role of bots in automating parts of the badging process, but notes that event badging involves a more hands-on review by human reviewers to ensure the credibility of the DEI assessment.

[00:15:23] Adeyinka discusses the importance of DEI badging for open source maintainers and contributors.

[00:17:23] Adeyinka provides a step-by-step guide on how to apply for project and event badges and explains how maintainers need to create a DEI.md file with metrics, and support is available for applicants who need help during the process.

[00:24:32] Adeyinka explains that project badges do not currently expire but can be upgraded. Event badges, however, are event-specific and must be reapplied for each new occurrence of the event.

[00:25:05] Harmony asks each guest to give a rating from 1-10 on how difficult it is to get a badge in the badging project.

Value Adds (Picks) of the week:

[00:27:11] Harmony’s pick is the Let’s Talk Docs Podcast.
[00:27:26] Enock’s pick is focusing on yourself and how peaceful you feel by living in this world.
[00:28:11] Adeyinka’s pick is to be willing to bet on yourself and just take those chances.
[00:28:29] Ruth’s pick is prioritizing rest.