Val Henson

Val Henson, also known as Valerie Aurora, is an American software engineer and feminist activist. She is recognized for her contributions to the Linux community, particularly in advocating for advancements in filesystems, including ChunkFS and the Union file system. Aurora co-founded the Ada Initiative, a non-profit organization aimed at increasing women's participation in the free-culture movement and open-source technology.1

In her professional journey, Aurora has emphasized the importance of inclusivity in technology and has been involved in various initiatives to support women in tech. Her work reflects a commitment to both technical innovation and social equity within the industry.