August 30, 2019
Google Just Donated $2.8 Million to Help Black Girls Code
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On Wednesday morning, the organization held an event at Google’s New York headquarters to celebrate the launch of its permanent bureau, which is housed within the tech company. The new office will be used as a classroom and an outpost for Back Girls Code’s East Coast programs.
The 6,000-square-foot space–reportedly worth $2.8 million–was donated by Google, as the company aims to support the creation of a more diverse pipeline of talent. Google has previously been criticized for its dismal diversity statistics: African-Americans make up just two percent of the company, according to the most recent available data… View More
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Black Girls CODE and Nike Presents: “Powering Human Connection “
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#FutureTechBoss – Empowering the Next Generation of Tech Leaders
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Behind the Click: Securing the Future for Black Women and Girls in Tech | SXSW 2019
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In this SXSW session, Black Girls CODE brings together a stellar panel of women of color in STEM for a lively discussion on technology and social activism.
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NIKE, Inc. Announces Initial Partners for $40 Million, Four-Year Commitment to Fight Systemic Racism
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On June 5, NIKE, Inc. committed $40 million over the next four years, on behalf of the Nike, Jordan and Converse brands collectively, to invest in and support organizations focused on social justice, education and economic empowerment to address racial inequality.