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24 Mar A solution to tech’s lingering diversity problem? Try thinking about ketchup

Diversity is a hot, and controversial, topic in Silicon Valley. But why do so many people care about it? At first glance, the answer may seem simple: Improving minorities' access to tech jobs is the right thing to do.

23 Mar Diversity in America’s Tech Industry Is Not Yet Uhuru

Nearly 40 percent of Black, Hispanic, and Native American engineers in the tech industry have experienced workplace bias, according to a survey conducted by Jopwell, a recruitment and hiring platform for building a more diverse workforce.

23 Mar HBO’s ‘Silicon Valley’ Creators on Art Imitating Diversity in Tech Industry

Over the weekend, the creators of "Silicon Valley" had some pointed words about the show's diversity and that of the industry it skewers.

22 Mar ‘Uplift: Technology for Women’ diversity/inclusion conference informed, inspired

The delicate issues of diversity and women entering the technology sector have been discussed at great length within the past few years. Discussions about women, diversity and technology are faced with a new boldness – in which now more than ever before – girls will lead the way in discovering the next medical or technological breakthrough. Such issues were the highlight of a day-long conference dedicated to women in technology.

22 Mar My Experience at SXSW 2016

Digital Grass Innovation & Technology's vision is to transform, develop and promote diversity inclusion by increasing the presence of diverse groups in entrepreneurial ventures, innovation and technology. Digital Grass provides symposiums, training curriculums and professional services to develop a more diverse community in South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach) nested in a technological hub for entrepreneurs. While the mission started off in South Florida, we quickly realized working with other organizations throughout the nation is more of the legacy we would like to leave. We focus on building a place of comfort for excellence in innovation, technology and entrepreneurship.