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Black Women in Tech When you consider that only 24% of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) roles in the UK are held by women, it shouldn’t come as surprise that the numbers are much lower when it comes to women of colour. The gender and race balance is off and it’s up to us to encourage more young girls and people of colour into STEM fields in the future, if we’re to ensure that the advancement of technology and scientific discovery is to truly reflect the world around us and the people in it.

Entertainment media shapes our self-perception and how we view others.  It influences the attitudes of our children on science, technology, engineering and math -- and who can pursue these interests.  In 1948, the Math department of Bell Laboratories, the most prolific inventor of fundamental technologies, was gender balanced with nearly 50% women. Today only 26% of the US technology workforce is women. Join the Geena Davis Institute on February 12 in Los Angeles as we unveil our new report, “Portray Her 2.0: An Analysis of 15 Years of Women in STEM On-Screen, 2007–2022” which provides novel novel recommendations for improving diverse STEM representation for those who can influence the next 15 years of entertainment media. More information at https://lnkd.in/gEg2GSRs

Check out this interview with our Founder & CEO, Dr. Koshi Dhingra, about how we're empowering young females in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math in North Texas! 👩🔬

Wow! Thank you Story Changes Culture for providing a platform for me to share my story! Reflecting on writing this article, makes me realize my journey from theater to tech has taught me that our backgrounds and experiences are not just footnotes in our careers, they are the foundation of our unique perspectives and innovations. It's through embracing our stories and leveraging our unique backgrounds that we can truly drive change. In my early years, my love of storytelling nurtured through theatre arts laid the foundation for my creative expression. Yet, it was the stark realization of the lack of diverse voices in theater that propelled me toward a new direction into tech. And when I pivoted into the tech industry, again, I noticed the lack of diverse voices. So I asked myself, "What are you going to do about it?" From there, I began to build a community for women of color in tech to learn and grow from each other in a safe space where they wouldn't feel marginalized. This pivot wasn't just about changing careers, it was about reshaping narratives and fostering inclusivity in a space where it was sorely needed. The community I've been able to build, with the help of our extraordinary volunteers, is now a 501c3 nonprofit known as Philly Tech Sistas. At Philly Tech Sistas, we're not just teaching technical skills, we've built a community where women of color can see themselves reflected in the leaders and innovators of the tech industry. My mission has always been to bridge the gap, to ensure that our voices are heard, and to create opportunities for empowerment through technology. I invite you to read more about my journey into tech and the impact of Philly Tech Sistas in the full article: https://lnkd.in/eTmAGXJx #WomenInTech #Storytelling #Innovation #Empowerment #careerpivot #womenchangemakers #technology #theatre #career

Women make up approximately 30% of the STEM workforce. That number shrinks even more when we talk Black women. Research shows interest in STEM dies off in young girls by age 15. By exposing them and continuing to engage girls in STEM, they are more likely to commit to STEM-related degrees in college. This makes it more likely to pursue careers in that field, ushering in a new generation and perspective in science, technology, engineering and math.

Has the on-screen representation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) changed since 2018? To answer that question, the Geena Davis Institute has produced a new report "Portray Her 2.0: An Analysis of 15 Years of Women in STEM On-Screen, 2007–2022" which refreshes the analysis of STEM characters on-screen by looking at the past five years of TV and film https://lnkd.in/geNAFqVf

Looking forward to continuing my work with Women in Engineering ProActive Network at their Women of Color Summit in a few weeks! I'll be addressing what has become one of my favorite topics to talk about - the role of culture add (rather than fit) in creating psychological safety, where I'll share the characteristics and effects of what I call "Psychological Spanx." #ToProgress #AuroraChangeAgency

COLOR VISION ACHIEVEMENTS Taking the day to show some of the key milestones and accomplishments of Color Vision over the years: Launch: Color Vision was founded in 2018 with the mission of empowering creative black women and improving career opportunities for women of color. National Conferences: Color Vision has hosted several national conferences, bringing together women from various creative backgrounds to share knowledge and experiences. Membership Program: Our insider membership packages is for those looking to connect with other creative women of color and climb in their careers. Scholarships: Color Vision has offered scholarship opportunities and collaborated with organizations like Discovery, Inc. to provide financial assistance to students of color. Advisory Board: Color Vision's advisory board consists of accomplished professionals who guide and strengthen the organization's mission. Events and Initiatives: Over the years, Color Vision has organized numerous events and initiatives aimed at supporting and empowering women of color in their careers and businesses. These milestones and accomplishments demonstrate Color Vision's ongoing commitment to creating a supportive community and providing valuable resources for women of color to thrive in their chosen fields. #Colorvision #BlackWomen