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Feb 26

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="In our final week of BlackHERstoryMonth, we are celebrating 3 dynamic figures committed to innovating and transforming the tech world. Their initiatives and efforts are inspiring a new generation of young underrepresented women across the country to pursue STEM. Thank you for joining us in uplifting all the Black women we’ve highlighted this month and sharing the impact they’ve had on all our lives and the future of technology. This month is coming to a close, but we know #BlackHERstory continues year round! Share a woman in tech who has inspired you! #SayHerName">

In our final week of BlackHERstoryMonth, we are celebrating 3 dynamic figures committed to innovating and transforming the tech world. Their initiatives and efforts are inspiring a new generation of young underrepresented women across the country to pursue STEM. Thank you for joining us in uplifting all the Black women we’ve highlighted this month and sharing the impact they’ve had on all our lives and the future of technology. This month is coming to a close, but we know #BlackHERstory continues year round! Share a woman in tech who has inspired you! #SayHerName

Feb 25

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Yamilée Toussaint Beach (@yamileebeach) shows us how connecting technology with dance empowers students to pursue stem: “I think the source of the disparity of women in STEM is due to some of the messages that we have given women, especially girls. I also think that technology in STEM fields have a reputation of being kind of boring, nerdy, and stuffy and students don’t know how it applies to the real world." Yamilée is a living embodiment of the extraordinary benefits of enriching a STEM education with dance. An avid dancer for 21 years, she graduated from MIT with a mechanical engineering degree. As a teacher, her eyes were opened to the multitude of opportunities her students didn’t have access to and the abundance of potential that would never be unleashed. She set out to provide students with something greater than what the school system could provide. She launched the STEM from DANCE in 2012, using seed funding won from Teach For America’s Social Innovation Award with the hope that a strong dance and STEM supplemental education would help to increase the number of under-represented minority high school girls across the nation who pursue STEM degrees. Since then, SFD has partnered with over 25 schools and community centers, serving over 400 girls! Thank you Yamilée! #BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #WomenInTechnology">

Yamilée Toussaint Beach (@yamileebeach) shows us how connecting technology with dance empowers students to pursue stem: “I think the source of the disparity of women in STEM is due to some of the messages that we have given women, especially girls. I also think that technology in STEM fields have a reputation of being kind of boring, nerdy, and stuffy and students don’t know how it applies to the real world." Yamilée is a living embodiment of the extraordinary benefits of enriching a STEM education with dance.
An avid dancer for 21 years, she graduated from MIT with a mechanical engineering degree.
As a teacher, her eyes were opened to the multitude of opportunities her students didn’t have access to and the abundance of potential that would never be unleashed. She set out to provide students with something greater than what the school system could provide. She launched the STEM from DANCE in 2012, using seed funding won from Teach For America’s Social Innovation Award with the hope that a strong dance and STEM supplemental education would help to increase the number of under-represented minority high school girls across the nation who pursue STEM degrees. Since then, SFD has partnered with over 25 schools and community centers, serving over 400 girls! Thank you Yamilée!
#BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #WomenInTechnology

Feb 23

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Sharon Kennedy Vickers (@sharonkennedyvickers) shows us how to put people first when leading digital initiatives: “My life purpose is to ensure people have access to the resources they need for self-actualization, utilizing technology for the greater good.” Sharon Kennedy Vickers aims to make Minnesota the best place in the country to launch and grow technology products that have a positive social impact. She is leading a “tech for good” movement, harnessing the power of inclusion, technology and community assets to drive equitable economic opportunity and growth for all Minnesotans. Sharon is an information technology leader known for her people-first approach to digital services. In 2015, she co-founded a professional platform called @techquitymn to increase the visibility of Black tech professionals. #BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #WomenInTechnology">

Sharon Kennedy Vickers (@sharonkennedyvickers) shows us how to put people first when leading digital initiatives: “My life purpose is to ensure people have access to the resources they need for self-actualization, utilizing technology for the greater good.” Sharon Kennedy Vickers aims to make Minnesota the best place in the country to launch and grow technology products that have a positive social impact. She is leading a “tech for good” movement, harnessing the power of inclusion, technology and community assets to drive equitable economic opportunity and growth for all Minnesotans. Sharon is an information technology leader known for her people-first approach to digital services. In 2015, she co-founded a professional platform called @techquitymn to increase the visibility of Black tech professionals.
#BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #WomenInTechnology

Feb 22

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Mico Yuk (@micoyuk) shows us how to put community at the center of data storytelling: “Data storytelling is what you say, what you write and what you draw. Start with the story and users will trust you. Start with technology and they’ll forget you.” Mico Yuk is the co-founder of @bibrainz and has spent over a decade teaching the verbal, written and visual art of data storytelling. She has consulted and trained 10,000+ professionals for companies like Shell, FedEx, Nestle, Qatargas, Ericsson, Procter & Gamble, Kimberly-Clark, FedEx and more. Her blunt style and passionate presentations have earned her the title of one of the most influential entrepreneurs in business intelligence. Mico hosts top rated @analyticsonfire podcast, giving a platform to real stories from real people on how they are tackling and succeeding in the wild world of BI, analytics and data! #BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #WomeninTechnology">

Mico Yuk (@micoyuk) shows us how to put community at the center of data storytelling: “Data storytelling is what you say, what you write and what you draw.
Start with the story and users will trust you.
Start with technology and they’ll forget you.” Mico Yuk is the co-founder of @bibrainz and has spent over a decade teaching the verbal, written and visual art of data storytelling. She has consulted and trained 10,000+ professionals for companies like Shell, FedEx, Nestle, Qatargas, Ericsson, Procter & Gamble, Kimberly-Clark, FedEx and more. Her blunt style and passionate presentations have earned her the title of one of the most influential entrepreneurs in business intelligence. Mico hosts top rated @analyticsonfire podcast, giving a platform to real stories from real people on how they are tackling and succeeding in the wild world of BI, analytics and data! #BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #WomeninTechnology

Feb 19

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Chantilly Jaggernauth shows us how to become data-driven leaders in any industry. Chantilly Jaggernauth's mission is to empower corporations and individuals through the use of data visualizations and data analytics. As the Founder and CEO of Millennials and Data, she believes “the greatest gift one can share with the world is knowledge”. She works to bridge the data literacy and analytical skills gap by training, mentoring, and preparing millennials to enter a data-driven global environment. Her goal is to build a community of millennials who have the analytical skills needed to become data-driven leaders within any industry. Chantilly has worked for @jnj and @comcast and is currently the Vice President of Data Visualization and Training at @lovelyticsdata We thank you for you educating a new generation on the power of information! #BlackHERstoryMonth #WomenInTechnology #BHM">

Chantilly Jaggernauth shows us how to become data-driven leaders in any industry. Chantilly Jaggernauth's mission is to empower corporations and individuals through the use of data visualizations and data analytics. As the Founder and CEO of Millennials and Data, she believes “the greatest gift one can share with the world is knowledge”. She works to bridge the data literacy and analytical skills gap by training, mentoring, and preparing millennials to enter a data-driven global environment. Her goal is to build a community of millennials who have the analytical skills needed to become data-driven leaders within any industry. Chantilly has worked for @jnj and @comcast and is currently the Vice President of Data Visualization and Training at @lovelyticsdata We thank you for you educating a new generation on the power of information!
#BlackHERstoryMonth #WomenInTechnology #BHM

Feb 18

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="In Week 3 of #BlackHERstoryMonth, AnitaB.org has been elevating Black women who are leading by example and driving inclusivity and/or tech innovation today. We celebrate these women as well as the Black women that have helped paved the way for you in your lives. Please share them with us below in the comments as we’d love to extend our gratitude! #WomenInTechnology #BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #Blackhistorymatters #WomenInTechnology #InclusiveTechnology">

In Week 3 of #BlackHERstoryMonth, AnitaB.org has been elevating Black women who are leading by example and driving inclusivity and/or tech innovation today. We celebrate these women as well as the Black women that have helped paved the way for you in your lives. Please share them with us below in the comments as we’d love to extend our gratitude! #WomenInTechnology #BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #Blackhistorymatters #WomenInTechnology #InclusiveTechnology

Feb 16

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Joy Buolamwini (@joyfulcode )Shows us how we must fight for ethical and inclusive AI systems: “When people’s lives, livelihoods, and dignity are on the line, AI must be developed and deployed with care and oversight.” Joy Buolamwini is a poet of code who uses art and research to illuminate the social implications of artificial intelligence. She founded the Algorithmic Justice League(@ajlunited )to create a world with more equitable and accountable technology. Her MIT thesis methodology uncovered large racial and gender bias in AI services from the world’s largest corporations. Her work is cited in over 40 countries as foundational evidence for the development of policy reform across the technology ecosystem. As a renowned international speaker she has championed the need for algorithmic justice at the World Economic Forum and the United Nations. In partnership with the Georgetown Law Center on Privacy and Technology, Joy launched the Safe Face Pledge in 2018, the first agreement of its kind that prohibits the lethal application of facial analysis and recognition technology. She has created two films, 'Code4Rights' and 'Algorithmic Justice League: Unmasking Bias'. Buolamwini's research is cited as an influence for Google, Microsoft in addressing gender and race bias in their products and processes. Thank you Joy for illuminating the path to creating a more just world, one line of code at a time. #BlackHERstoryMonth #WomenInTechnology #BHM #BlackGirlMagic #BlackWomeninTech #InclusionMatters #Code4Rights #BlackGirlsCode">

Joy Buolamwini (@joyfulcode )Shows us how we must fight for ethical and inclusive AI systems: “When people’s lives, livelihoods, and dignity are on the line, AI must be developed and deployed with care and oversight.” Joy Buolamwini is a poet of code who uses art and research to illuminate the social implications of artificial intelligence. She founded the Algorithmic Justice League(@ajlunited )to create a world with more equitable and accountable technology. Her MIT thesis methodology uncovered large racial and gender bias in AI services from the world’s largest corporations. Her work is cited in over 40 countries as foundational evidence for the development of policy reform across the technology ecosystem. As a renowned international speaker she has championed the need for algorithmic justice at the World Economic Forum and the United Nations. In partnership with the Georgetown Law Center on Privacy and Technology, Joy launched the Safe Face Pledge in 2018, the first agreement of its kind that prohibits the lethal application of facial analysis and recognition technology. She has created two films, 'Code4Rights' and 'Algorithmic Justice League: Unmasking Bias'. Buolamwini's research is cited as an influence for Google, Microsoft in addressing gender and race bias in their products and processes. Thank you Joy for illuminating the path to creating a more just world, one line of code at a time.
#BlackHERstoryMonth #WomenInTechnology #BHM #BlackGirlMagic
#BlackWomeninTech #InclusionMatters #Code4Rights #BlackGirlsCode

Feb 11

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner show us how every day problems inspire invention: Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner was a prolific inventor, holding the record for filing the most patents of any African American woman. Kenner’s first patent was awarded in 1957 for the sanitary belt. This innovation was a crucial step for women’s comfort that revolutionized menstrual hygiene during a time when women had limited options. Her ingenuity began as a child, when she attempted to build a self-oiling door hinge and lasted until her death in 2006. All of Mary’s inventions were largely targeted toward making daily life easier. Her legacy of tenacity and novel contributions to the domestic landscape helped pave the way for products we still use everyday. #BlackHERstoryMonth #WomenInTechnology #BHM">

Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner show us how every day problems inspire invention:

Mary Beatrice Davidson Kenner was a prolific inventor, holding the record for filing the most patents of any African American woman. Kenner’s first patent was awarded in 1957 for the sanitary belt. This innovation was a crucial step for women’s comfort that revolutionized menstrual hygiene during a time when women had limited options. Her ingenuity began as a child, when she attempted to build a self-oiling door hinge and lasted until her death in 2006. All of Mary’s inventions were largely targeted toward making daily life easier. Her legacy of tenacity and novel contributions to the domestic landscape helped pave the way for products we still use everyday. #BlackHERstoryMonth #WomenInTechnology #BHM

Feb 10

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Shirley Jackson shows us how tech shapes business, academia and government: Shirley has persevered and pioneered her way into the history books, paving the way for scientists and engineers of every race, sex and creed to build not only their careers, but advancements in research and innovation that serve humanity at large. In 1973, Shirley Jackson became the first African-American woman to receive a doctorate at MIT, earning her PhD in physics. In 1995, she was appointed chair of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission by President Bill Clinton - the first woman and first African-American to serve in that position. In 2001, Shirley became the first African-American woman elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Shirley Jackson was Awarded National Medal of Science in 2016 for her work in condensed matter and particle physics, science-rooted public policy achievements, and for inspiring inspiration to the next generation of STEM professionals. We are forever in awe and gratitude for her commitment to elevating young people into STEM education, and for her contributions as a fierce advocate for public policy that encourages science and technology in academia. #BlackHERstoryMonth #WomenInTechnology #BHM">

Shirley Jackson shows us how tech shapes business, academia and government: Shirley has persevered and pioneered her way into the history books, paving the way for scientists and engineers of every race, sex and creed to build not only their careers, but advancements in research and innovation that serve humanity at large. In 1973, Shirley Jackson became the first African-American woman to receive a doctorate at MIT, earning her PhD in physics. In 1995, she was appointed chair of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission by President Bill Clinton - the first woman and first African-American to serve in that position. In 2001, Shirley became the first African-American woman elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Shirley Jackson was Awarded National Medal of Science in 2016 for her work in condensed matter and particle physics, science-rooted public policy achievements, and for inspiring inspiration to the next generation of STEM professionals.
We are forever in awe and gratitude for her commitment to elevating young people into STEM education, and for her contributions as a fierce advocate for public policy that encourages science and technology in academia.
#BlackHERstoryMonth #WomenInTechnology #BHM

Feb 9

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Welcome to week 2 of #BlackHERstoryMonth! AnitaB.org is celebrating Black women who have been pioneers in driving impactful tech innovations that improved our day-to-day lives. Join us in reflecting on the inspirational Black women in your lives & the impacts they've had on your life. Please share them with us in the comments as we'd love to show them that we appreciate them as well! . . . #WomenInTechnology #BlackHERstoryMonth #BHM #Blackhistorymatters #WomenInTechnology #Inclusivetechnology">

Welcome to week 2 of #BlackHERstoryMonth! AnitaB.org is celebrating Black women who have been pioneers in driving impactful tech innovations that improved our day-to-day lives. Join us in reflecting on the inspirational Black women in your lives & the impacts they've had on your life. Please share them with us in the comments as we'd love to show them that we appreciate them as well!
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#WomenInTechnology #BlackHERstoryMonth
#BHM #Blackhistorymatters #WomenInTechnology #Inclusivetechnology

Feb 5

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Lenora Billings-Harris (@disruptingbias ) Shows us how to respect and value differences: “Diversity of thought allows you to be more innovative and make more money. All the business metrics say that if you have diversity and inclusion in your company, you’ll do better than your competitors.” -Lenora Billings-Harris Diversity, inclusion and disrupting bias is a full-time focus for Lenora Billings-Harris. She has been included as one of the 100 Global Thought Leaders on Diversity and Inclusion by the Society of Human Resource Management and was named by Diversity Woman Magazine as one of the twenty top influential diversity leaders in the US. Lenora’s powerful yet engaging style inspires others to take personal and organizational actions that disrupt bias and accelerate bottom-line business results. She has presented to audiences in over 41 countries and six continents, including Dubai, Israel and South Africa and Malaysia. Lenora reminds us of the power of honoring and valuing our own uniqueness while at the same time valuing and respecting the differences of others. Thank you, Lenora! #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #BlackHerstoryMonth #Herstory #BLM #InclusionMatters #BlackGirlMagic #InclusiveTechnology #WomenInTechnology">

Lenora Billings-Harris (@disruptingbias ) Shows us how to respect and value differences: “Diversity of thought allows you to be more innovative and make more money. All the business metrics say that if you have diversity and inclusion in your company, you’ll do better than your competitors.”
-Lenora Billings-Harris Diversity, inclusion and disrupting bias is a full-time focus for Lenora Billings-Harris. She has been included as one of the 100 Global Thought Leaders on Diversity and Inclusion by the Society of Human Resource Management and was named by Diversity Woman Magazine as one of the twenty top influential diversity leaders in the US. Lenora’s powerful yet engaging style inspires others to take personal and organizational actions that disrupt bias and accelerate bottom-line business results. She has presented to audiences in over 41 countries and six continents, including Dubai, Israel and South Africa and Malaysia. Lenora reminds us of the power of honoring and valuing our own uniqueness while at the same time valuing and respecting the differences of others. Thank you, Lenora! #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #BlackHerstoryMonth #Herstory #BLM #InclusionMatters #BlackGirlMagic #InclusiveTechnology #WomenInTechnology

Feb 4

<img src="https://41qdz62gliex1muwn14byuj3-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Candice Morgan (@morgan_candice) shows us how diversity strengthens tech product: “Diverse teams strengthen companies in that new information and perspectives are tied to innovation, which is vital to create better products. That’s something that extends beyond Silicon Valley”. -Candice Morgan Candice Morgan was the first Head of Inclusion & Diversity at @Pinterest, spending over four years leading vision and strategy to integrate diversity into the talent pool, product and search algorithms, and creator and user/community policies. Her current role at @GV focuses on building a more inclusive ecosystem for venture capital. Candice’s dedication to equity in tech has empowered the creation of roles designed to increase access and pathways for the brightest founders and technologists from underrepresented groups. Thank you, Candice for lighting the way for the future generation of women technologists! #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #BlackHerstoryMonth #Herstory #BLM #InclusionMatters #BlackGirlMagic #InclusiveTechnology #WomenInTechnology">

Candice Morgan (@morgan_candice) shows us how diversity strengthens tech product: “Diverse teams strengthen companies in that new information and perspectives are tied to innovation, which is vital to create better products. That’s something that extends beyond Silicon Valley”. -Candice Morgan Candice Morgan was the first Head of Inclusion & Diversity at @Pinterest, spending over four years leading vision and strategy to integrate diversity into the talent pool, product and search algorithms, and creator and user/community policies. Her current role at @GV focuses on building a more inclusive ecosystem for venture capital. Candice’s dedication to equity in tech has empowered the creation of roles designed to increase access and pathways for the brightest founders and technologists from underrepresented groups. Thank you, Candice for lighting the way for the future generation of women technologists! #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #BlackHerstoryMonth #Herstory #BLM #InclusionMatters #BlackGirlMagic #InclusiveTechnology #WomenInTechnology