Black Inclusion Week: Empowering Black Women in Digital Careers

Join the Women Pivoting to Digital Taskforce as we kick off Black Inclusion Week with a powerful event celebrating Black women in tech. This is a space to share real experiences, recognise achievements, and support more Black women in making the move into digital careers.

Hear from inspiring Black women who have successfully changed careers to digital roles, gain practical advice on breaking into the industry, and connect with a supportive community committed to driving change.

Whether you are considering a career in tech or taking your first steps, this event will equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and connections to make your move.

Key Highlights:

• Keynote Speaker: Hear from Katrina Young sharing her journey to a digital role and the urgent need for change in the tech industry, and the power of diversity.
• Panel Discussion: Hear from Black women who have successfully changed to digital careers, sharing their strategies for overcoming challenges and thriving in the industry.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships with others in the tech space, including allies who are committed to advancing inclusion.
• Celebrating Success: Highlight the accomplishments of Black women in digital industries and their contributions to the tech world.

The Women Pivoting to Digital Taskforce brings together business, government, third sector, and industry groups to bring more attention to, and action around supporting women from non-technical backgrounds to pivot to specialist digital roles.

The aim of the Taskforce is to address the underrepresentation of women working in digital careers by providing them with vital skills to future proof the digital workforce.

Find out more, and how you can get involved with the Taskforce on our website.