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"No one is going to hand you a seat at the table. You have to claim it. Self-advocacy isn’t an option—it’s a necessity, and community isn’t just a support system—it’s a catalyst for change. I’ve seen how transformative it is when we uplift and empower one another." Read more from our alumni Jeffrey Clarke on our blog at code2040.org/blog.

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"If the door wasn’t open, I was going to build my own entrance." Breaking into tech isn’t just about skill—it’s about access, advocacy, and community. That’s where Code2040 comes in. For our Fellows, this journey isn’t just about landing a role—it’s about transforming the industry and making space for those coming next. In our latest blog, a Code2040 alum Jeffrey Clarke shares how he carved his own path in tech, from designing a custom major to driving impact at IBM and beyond. His story is proof that when we uplift and empower each other, we reshape the future of tech. Read the full story at code2040.org/blog

In this political climate, our collective work for racial equity in tech is a necessity. We've been committed to racial equity for over a decade, tap into what we've learned and connect with other Black and Latinx technologists across the US. Let’s reflect, connect, and transform tech together. RSVP at bit.ly/equityintech25

Do you want to be connected to fellow Black and Latinx technologists who care about racial equity in the tech world? Join Code2040 for this opportunity to connect, learn, and work toward a more technologically just future. Register today at bit.ly/equityintech25

“In the U.S., the tech space is very big, but it doesn’t favor Black women. So, when a Black woman told me she felt welcome at Code2040, I knew it must be a very good space. I fell in love with Code2040.” Thank you for your voice, Eniola! Dive into her inspiring journey and join us in celebrating her drive to make tech accessible for everyone at code2040.org/blog

Meet 2024-2025 Fellow Eniola Olawumi Farinde – a powerhouse coder, artist, and community builder! Born in Nigeria and fueled by a passion for tech from age 9, she’s overcome barriers, taught herself to code, and now leads with creativity at Grambling State University. Whether she’s pioneering AI innovations, supporting fellow HBCU students, or empowering her campus community, Eniola reminds us that with resilience and heart, nothing is out of reach. Dive into her inspiring journey and join us in celebrating her drive to make tech accessible for everyone! Read at code2040.org/blog

This Black History Month, we honor the past by shaping the future. From Ida B. Wells leveraging data to fight racial terror to today’s Black and Latinx technologists reimagining the possibilities of tech—our people have always been at the forefront of innovation. At Code2040, we believe technology can be a tool for justice. That’s why we’re celebrating our Fellows—the next generation of Black and Latinx computer scientists—who are using their skills to create a more just and equitable future. The tech industry’s legacy doesn’t have to be one of exclusion. We’re here to bend it toward justice. Join us in uplifting the voices and futures of Black and Latinx technologists. Read on our website at code2040.org/blog

Code2040 is providing a space for us to process the last month together as we acknowledge the harm caused by the current threats to our communities and the impact that it’s having on us all. We invite you to join us in one of our Support Sessions below. RSVP: Feb 19 @ 5:30 pm ET https://lnkd.in/eN2AKg7d RSVP: Feb 19 @ 5:30 pm PT https://lnkd.in/eJ-AEJYT

NEW: We’re in Tech Policy Press talking about the future of tech, AI, and racial justice. Tech isn’t just happening to us. We have the power to shape it. The industry is at a critical juncture. Will tech continue to drive displacement, deepen inequality, and fuel corporate greed? Or can we reclaim it as a force for connection, liberation, and justice? We need Black and Latinx technologists leading the future of tech. We need their innovation, their imagination, and their commitment to equity in decision-making spaces. That’s what we’re fighting for. Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/gtYqb6Qx