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Sep 18, 2021, 10 tweets

Breaking into tech as a minority professional can be challenging.

Here are 8 of the best resources to help you get started.

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1/ @BTPipeline:

Black Tech Pipeline is a three-tier platform founded by @ParissAthena. She partners with top tech companies and features them on their job board. She also provides recruiting and consulting services and helps to connect speakers to industry events.

2/ @MyTechBF:

Founded by @Girasol_Mary, My Tech Bestfriend is a one-stop shop to help newcomers to the industry. Through boot camps and one-on-one services, she's one of the best in guiding professionals who are recent entries into the tech field.

3/ @DiversifyTechCo:

Diversity Tech is a collection of resources for underrepresented people in tech. Through their newsletter, they send scholarships, events, job opportunities, and more.

4/ @blkintechnology:

Blacks In Technology is a global platform for Black people in technology. They serve their members through community, media, and mentorship.

5/ @frauvis:

Frauvis is an international community exclusively created for women in tech. Their mission is to elevate black women in technical roles. They provide access to community support, jobs, resources, and other opportunities.

6/ @baddiesintech:

Baddies in Tech is another platform focused on women founded by @techbaddieallie. Their mission is to empower and advance the careers of black and brown women in tech. Members have access to community events and opportunities from inclusive tech companies.

7/ blacktechmatters.co:

Black Tech Matters is a social impact organization that connects students, entrepreneurs, and professionals to tech companies to increase diversity in STEM.

8/ @AfroTech:

You've probably already heard of @Blavity. Afrotech is one of their main subsidiaries. Through events and content, founders and employees of some of the most notable tech startups present the tactics they use to grow their businesses and products.

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