The
Problem
Like wealth, poverty is passed down from one generation to the next, driven by racial inequity, underinvestment, and structural barriers in our communities.
With an emphasis on professional development and innovative use of technology, Girls For Technology is breaking the cycle for generations to come.
African American Women Wealth Gap
90%
ONLY
of women make up the technology workforce
28.8%
2.2%
ONLY
of women technologists identified as Black
29%
ONLY
of Black women entrepreneurs live in households with incomes over $75,000
Our
Girls For Technology focuses on holistic and immersive programming. As a catalyst for economic empowerment for women of color, we provide crucial training, resources, and support to build wealth through tech, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
Blueprint
Our
Impact
Girls For Technology creates equitable programs that provide ongoing career learning, enabling girls and women to develop the skills needed to succeed in jobs and as entrepreneurs.
98%
of GFT students
are on track to graduate.
83%
of students reported interest in attending college
85%
job placement
and internship
63%
of accelerator participants reported an increase in revenue
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