Black Girls Code is an organization that aims to empower Black girls and women in technology fields by providing resources, tools, and opportunities, and has successfully launched one million Black girls, women, and gender expansive youth into tech by 2040.
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PRESS ROOM: Color Of Change launches new Black Tech Agenda to make technology work for Black communities
Color Of Change has released its updated Black Tech Agenda, which aims to ensure technology and artificial intelligence systems designed by Big Tech help rather than harm Black communities, and protect Black workers from unfair AI systems, ensure Black artists get paid fairly, and stop Big Tech from building polluting infrastructure in Black neighborhoods.
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Lawmakers work to prevent artificial intelligence from harming marginalized communities
The bipartisan House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence has released a report outlining key findings and recommendations for advancing America’s leadership in AI innovation responsibly, with a focus on protecting civil liberties and addressing potential harms to marginalized groups.
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Mayor Bowser premieres $26 million fund, encouraging new venture capital to D.C. based start-ups
Mayor Muriel Bowser has announced a $26 million D.C. Venture Capital Program to invest in early-stage tech companies, with a focus on underrepresented founders, and the program is supported by the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI).
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Experts discuss the state of K-12 STEM opportunities in the U.S.
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Staff Writertmcqueen@afro.com In an ever-evolving world, science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning opportunities are the building blocks of a solid education. Studies say learning STEM as early as kindergarten can significantly better prepare children to one day pursue a career in the sciences, technology or engineering. A 2017 study by the […]
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PRESS ROOM: Greater Baltimore Committee and UpSurge Baltimore join forces to accelerate innovation and foster regional collaboration
The Greater Baltimore Committee and UpSurge Baltimore have announced their intention to combine their efforts under the GBC umbrella in 2025, in order to strengthen the region’s tech and innovation ecosystem, foster collaboration, and drive economic growth.
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Black Girls Love Math: Challenging gender and racial stereotypes
Black Girls Love Math, an organization founded by Atiyah Harmon, aims to eliminate racial and gender bias in mathematics by providing curriculum, exposing girls to women in STEM careers, and holding competitions that challenge girls to solve social justice issues impacting their communities with math knowledge.
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City agencies team up to equip older adults with digital literacy
Baltimore City Office of Information and Technology, the Enoch Pratt Free Library, and the Baltimore City Health Department’s Division of Aging have teamed up to offer free digital literacy training to older adults, focusing on computer fundamentals, internet safety, and accessing online services.
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Meet Alan Henderson, the D.C. content creator working with Snapchat
Alan Henderson, a content creator and entrepreneur, has been selected for Snapchat’s 523 program, which supports diverse creators and small, minority-owned companies, and is set to receive $120,000 and resources to enhance his content and monetize it on Snapchat.
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Tech leaders making headway on Baltimore’s digital inclusion strategyÂ
The Baltimore Digital Equity Coalition and the Baltimore Office of Broadband Digital Equity are working to close the digital divide and improve digital infrastructure in Baltimore, with plans to provide reliable internet access, modern devices, digital skills training, and technical support to all residents.
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AFRO News to host Black Business Matters Expo 2024
The AFRO is hosting the Black Business Matters Expo 2024 on May 30, featuring a lineup of top-notch speakers and special performances, and is supported by sponsors including Chase, United Bank, TEDCO, United Way of Central Maryland, Giant, Security Plus Federal Credit Union, PNC Bank and Live Casino and Hotel.
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Career Communications Group appoints Alana Winns as chief content officer and editor in chief
Alana Winns has been appointed as the new chief content officer and editor in chief of Career Communications Group, where she will lead the charge in dismantling information silos and enhancing content strategy to boost viewer engagement and broaden media influence.