In an online survey I conducted, two-thirds of respondents thought depictions of female tech experts were “not particularly accurate” or even “very inaccurate”.

Support their initiatives, spread the word, and create positive change for someone, too.

I still can’t see myself in role models or dream jobs.

A growing number of tech educational programs don’t center our lived experiences or the things that motivate us as learners.

Who controls the machines? How are they made? And who makes them?

While side projects can be a great indicator of personality, ability, and work-ethic, they should not have as much ability to make or break someone’s career.

Bootcamps are a micro example of how the tech industry is built on the emotional labor of the same groups who are marginalized within it.

If programs to get youth into tech are adding an extra layer of difficulty for young people, rather than improving their lives, why would they enter and stay?

Two ideas conspire to drive underrepresented groups from the field: the belief that innate ability and brilliance are required to succeed; and the belief that certain groups of people do not have that innate brilliance.

Protecting yourself online takes time, money and privilege.