From systemic racism and economic inequality to the growing role of tech in all aspects of our lives, we are in a historical moment that requires urgent, bold, and innovative solutions. The Kapor Center’s work focuses at the intersection of racial justice and technology, and we are doubling-down on our work to fight for racial justice and create a more inclusive technology sector. We understand that systems of inequality are at play–and we work to intentionally dismantle barriers to the creation and deployment of technologies across the Leaky Tech Pipeline through research-driven practices, programs, partnerships, and policies.
We believe that when technology includes diverse perspectives and is harnessed to address societal challenges, we can collectively transform future opportunities for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and communities of color.
Our work focuses on three key areas necessary to enhance racial justice and equity in the technology sector:
Ready to design racially & educationally equitable #tech #apprenticeships?
Check out our #TechApprenticeshipToolkit for companies to create dedicated pathways for underrepresented emerging talent. @OpptyatWork
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Amazing panel discussing @kaporcenter & @naacp report & broader implications of Black representation in tech
@kennan_scott @AllisonScottPhD @samerthenubian and Sonia Koshy sharing their brilliance on we build new pipelines in tech! @KaporCenter
Our report w/@NAACP examines racial equity & the #BlackTechEcosystem
Only 6% of Black students in #CS courses
Only 1% increase in Black tech workforce
Only 1.3% of capital to Black founders
The time for action is now: https://t.co/M4Yqhr2b1v
Our report w/@NAACP examines racial equity & the #BlackTechEcosystem
Only 6% of Black students in #CS courses
Only 1% increase in Black tech workforce
Only 1.3% of capital to Black founders
The time for action is now: https://t.co/M4Yqhr1DbX
#SXSW x @KaporCenter ecosystem in action! Pre order your Closing the Equity Gap book by @mkapor @TheRealFreada to learn how #gapclosing tech is changing the future NOW! #GoodTrouble
Do you have a deep commitment to advancing racial and social justice?
We are in search for an Ecosystem Building Program Coordinator to help execute programming that supports our community of #venturecapital fund managers and #tech entrepreneurs!
https://t.co/WpWUXy7tiz
a must-read from @mkapor and @TheRealFreada - they are the real deal when considering how capitalism and investment can simultaneously move the economy and society in a better direction @KaporCenter @KaporCapital #distancetraveled https://t.co/38kCUP7V2U
At #SXSW2023 and missed this mornings talk with @mkapor and @TheRealFreada? They will be signing copies of “Closing the Equity Gap: Creating Wealth and Fostering Justice in Startup Investing” at the SXSW bookstore at 2 pm CT! https://t.co/zOnQ6xH6ea
Racial disparities have long existed in education, and have worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. There is an urgent need to prevent these gaps from growing even wider and remove structural barriers in the digital divide, school funding, CS and STEM education, and higher education. Now, we must invest in comprehensive approaches to ensure all students have the resources and opportunities to thrive academically.
This election season the need for active civic participation and engagement is urgent at the local, state, and national levels, given what is at stake for communities of color, in areas of health, education, the economy, and criminal justice. Now more than ever we need to push for policies and public officials that will address systemic racism.
There will not be racial justice until there is economic empowerment for Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities, which requires tech to move from solidarity with Black lives to tangible action. Now, the tech community must take action by removing barriers and hiring, promoting and investing in BIPOC talent.
