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:
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"Transforming Tech w/ the Black Tech Ecosystem," is a conversation with experts in the racial justice x tech ecosystem space discussing how to increase Black representation across all levels of tech! @KoshySonia @mandy_bynum @AllisonScottPhD @kennan_scott
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Vote us into #SXSW2023! “Moving Closer Towards an Equitable Path in K12 CS,” explores equitable computer science practices that improve outcomes + successes of marginalized K12 students! @ShanaVWhite @kamaubobb @drfletcher88 @yadavaman https://t.co/dyiN74okQ5 #PanelPicker
How can we make computer science more engaging for students of color?
Our framework reimagines CS to create more pathways for Black, Latinx, Native American, + other marginalized students into edu, tech, + STEM-related fields!
Check out the framework: https://t.co/2uXYaRLtwG
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One of my student's identity posters. I love it!
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We are starting our @Detroitk12 CS teacher PD with the @KaporCenter Equitable CS framework. Thanks to the amazing @AllisonScottPhD @ShanaVWhite @KDnTheD @DinahConTech for their leadership in developing the framework. @MSUCollegeofEd @MSUNatSci
Take a look at this innovative new framework designed by the @Kapor Center, reimagining equitable computer science education by establishing a more just, accessible, and equitable CS education for ALL students!
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Join the revolution for Black + Brown students in #computerscience!
Our framework reimagines cs to create pathways for Black, Latinx, Native American + other marginalized students into education tech + #STEM!
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Today’s technologies offer countless opportunities, but too often they turn to risks due to biased algorithms. Vote today for our #SXSW 2023 panel with CR’s @amirad and @MLTellado, filmmaker Alice Gu, and @KaporCenter’s @LilsG31. https://t.co/C6vCjDL0Ft #PanelPicker
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.
