Toast co-founders April and Marissa released a powerful statement addressing systemic misogyny and inequality in tech, following Meta’s rollback of hate speech policies and Mark Zuckerberg’s controversial comments on “masculine energy.” Highlighting cases like Hamed Abbasi’s sexual assault trial and Canada’s widening gender pay gap in tech, they criticized leaders prioritizing profit over accountability.
Toast called on male leaders to take meaningful action against workplace toxicity, urging the industry to protect women and marginalized groups. The statement concluded with an invitation to a virtual support group, creating a safe space for women in tech to share and find solidarity.
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