Jan 10Meet the Winners of our Cyber Threat ChallengeIf we had to choose a “most used phrase of 2022,” it would probably be “there’s an app for that!” Banking, shopping, healthcare, transit, and groceries. There’s an app for that! Unlocking our doors, vacuuming our floors, and seeing who just rang the doorbell. There’s an app for that! And…Cybersecurity3 min readCybersecurity3 min read
Oct 11, 2022This Day of the Girl Is DifferentToday marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of the Girl, a day that Girls Who Code has typically celebrated widely, with fun and powerful campaigns showcasing the enormous impact girls have on the tech industry and beyond. We believe that when girls are empowered, supported, and given access…4 min read4 min read
Apr 5, 2022Celebrating Dr. Tarika Barrett’s First Anniversary as CEOToday is a special day. Though I’ve devoted nearly six years of my professional energy and attention to closing the gender gap in tech, today marks my first anniversary as CEO of Girls Who Code — it’s been a truly incredible first year on the job. As CEO, I’ve had…4 min read4 min read
Mar 30, 2022Women Making History in Cybersecurity: Iris Rojas SantoniIn September 2021, Girls Who Code partnered with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to develop pathways for young women to pursue careers in cybersecurity and technology. This partnership seeks to tackle diversity disparities by heightening the awareness of cybersecurity and technology careers and working with employers to build…2 min read2 min read
Mar 28, 2022Women Making History in Cybersecurity: Heather AbboshIn September 2021, Girls Who Code partnered with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to develop pathways for young women to pursue careers in cybersecurity and technology. This partnership seeks to tackle diversity disparities by heightening the awareness of cybersecurity and technology careers and working with employers to build…2 min read2 min read
Mar 21, 2022Women Making History in Cybersecurity: Anisha PatelIn September 2021, Girls Who Code partnered with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to develop pathways for young women to pursue careers in cybersecurity and technology. This partnership seeks to tackle diversity disparities by heightening the awareness of cybersecurity and technology careers and working with employers to build…3 min read3 min read
Mar 14, 2022Women Making History in Cybersecurity: Yolanda WilliamsIn September 2021, Girls Who Code partnered with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to develop pathways for young women to pursue careers in cybersecurity and technology. This partnership seeks to tackle diversity disparities by heightening the awareness of cybersecurity and technology careers and working with employers to build…3 min read3 min read
Mar 7, 2022Women Making History in Cybersecurity: Parisa TabrizIn September 2021, Girls Who Code partnered with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to develop pathways for young women to pursue careers in cybersecurity and technology. This partnership seeks to tackle diversity disparities by heightening the awareness of cybersecurity and technology careers and working with employers to build…2 min read2 min read
Mar 2, 2022Women Making History in Cybersecurity: Window SnyderIn September 2021, Girls Who Code partnered with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to develop pathways for young women to pursue careers in cybersecurity and technology. This partnership seeks to tackle diversity disparities by heightening the awareness of cybersecurity and technology careers and working with employers to build…Cybersecurity4 min readCybersecurity4 min read
Nov 18, 2021An Update On Girls Who Code’s Partnership with Activision BlizzardGirls Who Code has partnered with Activision Blizzard on our Summer Immersion Program since 2018. However, following recent revelations about allegations of assault, harassment, and a toxic work environment throughout the company, we have decided to end our partnership. Our priority has and always will be to stand up for…Tech2 min readTech2 min read
