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How to Talk to Your Boss About Race Book Launch Event

Racism is the default in our society and nowhere is the issue of race more embedded than in the workplace. Fighting racism at work means pushing the workplace to become something that it has never been before—truly equitable. As we contend with the Great Resignation and the impact of Covid, particularly among those most marginalized,Continue reading "How to Talk to Your Boss About Race Book Launch Event"

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State of the Black Tech Ecosystem

Despite the commitments made by large tech corporations over the past couple of years, the State of Tech Diversity: The Black Tech Ecosystem report revealed that progress towards racial equity has stalled across the tech pipeline. What now? How do we create systemic solutions to address the barriers facing Black talent across traditional and alternativeContinue reading "State of the Black Tech Ecosystem"

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SMASH x Humane Workshop: Mastering the Tech + Behavioral Interview (Virtual Workshop)

Attention: If you’re ever planning on interviewing for a job, this workshop applies to you! Join us for the May 20th workshop on navigating and succeeding in the behavioral and technical interview process! This is the third and final session of the SMASH Summit series. It’s run in partnership with Humane and will be heldContinue reading "SMASH x Humane Workshop: Mastering the Tech + Behavioral Interview (Virtual Workshop)"

Career Catalyst Black History Month 2023: A Deep Dive into the Past in Order to Change the Future

Career Catalyst will host a conversation with two featured guests from its platform — Stephanie Sterling (Maritime Archeologist and Professional Scuba Diver) and Tyrance Billingsley II (Founder of Black Tech Street) — to discuss how history has informed their work and how the work that they do today will inform the future. Stephanie dives toContinue reading "Career Catalyst Black History Month 2023: A Deep Dive into the Past in Order to Change the Future"

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Bad Input: Film Screening

New Parkway Theater 474 24th St, Oakland, CA, United States

Join us on May 16 at 5:00PM, for a special screening of "Bad Input," a three part video series taking action against discriminatory tech. In partnership with the Consumer Reports, hear from experts featured in the shorts films discuss how biases in algorithms result in unfair practices toward communities of color, often without their knowledge.Continue reading "Bad Input: Film Screening"

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The People’s Hackathon: Building Community Tech Solutions for Oakland

Kapor Center 2148 Broadway, Oakland, CA, United States

What if there was a community based approach for Oakland residents to share vetted resources, report issues, and support each other while feeling more heard and understood by their council members? We have partnered with Councilmember Carroll Fife to bring forward a summer hackathon to address some of the challenges faced by her constituents andContinue reading "The People’s Hackathon: Building Community Tech Solutions for Oakland"

Unfiltered Conversations: Queer Perspectives on Working in the American Startup Scene

Kapor Center 2148 Broadway, Oakland, CA, United States

"Unfiltered Conversations: Queer Perspectives on Working in the American Startup Scene" is a panel discussion designed for investors, founders, and operators in the Bay Area. It brings together a diverse panel of accomplished queer professionals who will share their personal experiences, challenges, and successes in the startup world. The event aims to foster understanding, promoteContinue reading "Unfiltered Conversations: Queer Perspectives on Working in the American Startup Scene"