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🚀 Exciting News! BlackAT, in collaboration with Workbox, Eventnoire, and P33, is thrilled to announce an upcoming series of dynamic panel discussions on March 28th. We're diving deep into crucial topics—bridging the tech gap, empowering Black founders, and fostering Black creativity. 🌐✨ Our aim? Tackling disparities, exploring effective strategies, and catalyzing actionable change! Join us in illuminating challenges, spotlighting initiatives, and fostering collaborative efforts to create more inclusive and equitable ecosystems. 🌟 We cordially invite you to be a part of the discussion, focusing on three pivotal themes: 1. Bridging the Gap in Tech 🌐💡 2. Empowering Black Founders 💼🚀 3. Fostering Black Creativity 🎨✨ Your insights and expertise will contribute to an enriching dialogue that drives positive change. Let's come together to inspire, innovate, and create a more inclusive future for all participants. Save the date and join us for an engaging exchange of ideas! 🤝 Register here: https://lnkd.in/guigzt6k #InclusionInTech #BlackInnovation #EmpowerCreativity    

Celebrating Juneteenth: Empowering Black Talent in Tech Despite making up 12% of the US workforce, Black professionals account for only 8% of the tech industry. Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks the end of slavery in the U.S. As we honor this day, it's crucial to reflect on how we can bridge historical gaps and foster a more inclusive tech industry. Initiatives like Google's Tech Equity Collective and the Black Genius Academy are working to bridge this gap by providing resources, mentorship, and career exploration tools specifically for Black talent. To further support this mission, it's crucial to focus on community outreach, partnerships with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and targeted programs that equip Black youth with the necessary skills and opportunities to thrive in tech. Let's use this Juneteenth to commit to actions that will foster a more inclusive and diverse tech ecosystem. Check out these resources for more information on how we can all contribute to this important cause.

Why I think abstract thinking is what’s going to close the wealth gap for minorities: After chatting with prominent Black founders last year and analyzing the ecosystem, a trend emerged. I decided to write it as an open letter to Black investors in VC here --> https://lnkd.in/gvTSgfZp

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🔥 A Vision for Equity, Innovation, and Self-Determination 🌍✨ "If I’m not working to create Black wealth, then I’m not doing my job." 💡 These words from Derrick Johnson at AFROTECH 2024 aren't just a statement—they’re a rallying cry for building systems that empower, uplift, and sustain Black communities. 🚀 💭 Reimagining Education and Innovation: “It is being able to be self-determined that our human essence is an exploited second stool for cheap or free labor… and we are able to create more critical thinkers.” Johnson's reflection is a challenge to leave behind outdated systems—stale classrooms and obsolete textbooks—and instead build innovative frameworks that inspire the next generation. 📚🌱 COVID-19 unveiled systemic cracks, and Johnson’s bold critique of traditional approaches—“I could be in a room with elected officials. They’re boring, and they lost, and I ain’t got time for them”—reminds us: Change isn’t polite; it’s unapologetic, disruptive, and action-oriented. 💥 The launch of NAACP Capital—a $200M fund aimed at uplifting startups and fund managers bridging the wealth gap in communities of color. 💰💼 💡 Johnson’s reminder: Protect intellectual property and empower Black entrepreneurs to overcome funding hurdles. 💪🏿 Dominic K. Hawkins, Jay Lundy NAACP lets dicsuss on how we can increase Black homeownership rates and create an actionable strategy for building generational wealth. 💪🏿 Samantha Katz Mike Green Gillian Marcelle, PhD Elizabeth Leiba https://lnkd.in/eAsGjSvd

Black creative communities are the soul of cultural innovation and resilience. Theses communities embody the power of storytelling, problem-solving, and transformation. These artists and visionaries are not only preserving history but also shaping the future with bold imagination and boundless talent. For too long, systemic barriers have stifled the brilliance of Black creatives. I believe in breaking down those barriers by creating spaces for collaboration, offering resources for growth, and amplifying their voices. At The CR8TV HOUSE, we focus on building opportunities for these artists to thrive—because when they do, entire communities are empowered. Supporting Black creatives isn’t just about art; it’s about equity, legacy, and reimagining what’s possible.

🖤 The Vital Need for Safe Spaces for Black Professionals 🖤 With the turmoil that is sure to shake this country over the next four years following the Presidential election, it is more important than ever for Black professionals to have private, safe places to gather, speak, and support one another. We already navigate challenges daily—being “the only” in the room, having our voices silenced, and shouldering the burden of representation. But in times like these, those challenges intensify, and the weight becomes heavier. ✨ Why Safe Spaces Matter: ✅ Healing and Support: We need spaces where we can process our frustrations, share our fears, and find strength among those who understand our journey. ✅ Collaboration and Growth: These spaces allow us to exchange ideas, resources, and strategies that build us up individually and collectively. ✅ Reinforcement of Identity: Being in community reminds us of our brilliance and resilience—especially when the world feels uncertain. ✨ Why Now? The next four years will bring both challenges and opportunities. It is vital that we, as Black professionals, prepare, organize, and thrive together. When we stand united, our voices are louder, our impact is greater, and our future is brighter. 💡 I’m creating that space—a private, exclusive community where Black professionals can connect, share, and grow in an environment built on trust and mutual support. If you’re ready to invest in yourself and in our community, let’s do this together. Comment “I want in” 👇🏽 or DM me for an application to become a founding member.

If you’re God-fearing or religious you should be fulfilling your purpose! Sadly, many companies leave us feeling drained. Many black professionals of faith find themselves just surviving, or just stacking money. And many are trying to give back to the community… But WHAT IF…your job AND you giving back to the community could be the same thing? 🤯 There really are for-profit companies making a difference in people’s lives, and if you’re purpose-driven, then you’re really missing out if you’re not part of one of them. Here are 7 fields or domains you need to think about joining: ⓵ AI ⓶ Web3 ⓷ EdTech ⓸ Fintech ⓹ AgriTech ⓺ HealthTech ⓻ Sustainability That’s just a taste. The fact is: there’s not enough black people working where it matters! Don’t just let your job fill your bank account… Let it fill the lives & souls of others too! If you think capitalism can be a force for good– type, “force for good!” in the comment section... And I’ll DM you the best game-plan for joining companies in these fields!

Despite challenges, Black entrepreneurs continue to blaze trails in tech. The latest edition of Black Tech Effect highlights 100 Black-led companies shaping industries from renewable energy to AI. Learn more about these innovators and their impact: https://lnkd.in/eKNnXVwQ

This powerful article by LeRon L. Barton highlights the reality for Black professionals navigating the tech industry. LeRon’s personal account sheds light on the persistent barriers and biases Black individuals face in tech—a field still dominated by homogeneity, where representation remains a pressing issue. The article discusses how being one of the few Black voices in tech impacts identity, mental health, and career progression, and why creating truly inclusive workplaces requires more than just surface-level diversity initiatives. At StreetCode, we’re committed to supporting underserved communities with the skills, mentorship, and networks they need to thrive in tech. This isn’t just about representation; it’s about building a tech industry where everyone’s voice and experience are respected and valued: https://lnkd.in/gYvPn5eA #tech #technews #equalaccess #futureleaders #techeducation