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Welcome!
This is the place to find opportunities to help underrepresented groups:
- To learn R and/or other programming languages.
- To be included in conversations regarding STEM.
- To participate in Hackathons.
- To find funding.
It will be updated periodically, and best efforts will be made to provide notification of updates. Also, please set a bookmark, and check back often.
Thanks.
Out in Tech - Digital Corps - USA The Out in Tech Digital Corps aims to provide web services to activists around the world. By creating a digital platform, Out in Tech volunteers will enable these unsung heroes to share information with their members, archive important documents, fundraise, and generally raise awareness on LGBTQ+ rights in their home countries.
**AlterConf - Multinational - Multiple Dates and Locations AlterConf is a traveling conference series that provides safe opportunities for marginalized people and those who support them in the tech and gaming industries. By highlighting the powerful voices and positive initiatives of local community members, we build hope and strengthen the community’s resolve to create safer spaces for everyone.
Lesbians Who Tech + Allies New York Summit - Sep 7th-9th, 2017 - USA Will bring together over 2,000 lesbians, queer women + allies across all areas of technology. Topics include: Mobile, Cybersecurity, Big Data, Health Tech, Fin Tech, Software Engineering, Inclusion, Design, Space Tech & Science, and more.
- TED Style Talks
- Ignite Talks
- Speed Mentoring
- Recruiting Zone
- Workshops
- Tech Demos
- Recruiting & Retention Sessions
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) 2017 National Conference - USA September 21, 2017 to September 23, 2017.
The Annual AISES National Conference is a one-of-kind, three-day event focusing on educational, professional and workforce development! Attendees include American Indian high school and college students, educators, professionals, tribal nations and tribal enterprises, universities, corporations, and government agencies! The AISES National conference has become the premier event for American Indian Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) students and professionals attracting over 1,800 attendees from across the country.
**SACNAS - The National Diversity in STEM Conference - US - October 19-21. 2017 SACNAS is a conference like no other. Equal parts science, culture, and community, 2017 SACNAS is the largest diversity in STEM conference in the country. We invite you to join us this October for three days of cutting-edge science, training, mentoring, and cultural activities for scientists at all levels and disciplines.
Change Catalyst/Tech Inclusion - International - Multiple Locations - Throughout 2017 Change Catalyst empowers diverse, inclusive and sustainable tech innovation – through education, mentorship and funding. Our tech inclusion conferences bring the entire tech ecosystem together – Education, Workplace, Entrepreneurship and Policy to:
- Share best practices in diversity & inclusion
- Build relationships with diverse tech talent
- Demo inclusive & accessible products
- Learn innovative & actionable solutions
- Meet diverse entrepreneurs & investors
- Collaborate with policymakers & educators
- Network with diverse people who care about creating change in the tech ecosystem
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) Scholarships - USA Funding for Native Americans in STEM. Includes educational scholarships, conference travel assistance, and Internships.