Bridging the Encouragement Gap in Computing
There is consensus among researchers that encouragement matters and plays a critical role in engaging more young women and girls in computing. Here are some …
2023 NCWIT Summit
These resources are intended to supplement the content present at the 2023 NCWIT Summit.
By the Numbers (pocket sized)
The most compelling statistics on women’s participation in IT, in a pocket-sized format for easy distribution and saving.
How Does the Lack of Diversity in Tech Limit the Technologies We Use? (Slide Deck)
Technology products and services must serve all populations equitably, which is not currently the case. Without diversity at the innovation table, technology will continue to …
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Intersectionality in Tech 101
Intersectionality is a critical and necessary concept to develop effective programs to broaden the participation of women and girls in computing. This resource provides a …
Moving Beyond Computer Literacy: Why Schools Should Teach Computer Science
Computer Science (CS) — not computer literacy — underlies most innovation today, from biotechnology to geoscience to national security. Computer science teaches students design, logical …
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NCWIT AspireIT Toolkit
The NCWIT AspireIT Toolkit helps anyone interested in designing engaging and inclusive computer science experiences for K-12 students, with a focus on broadening the participation …
NCWIT Engagement Practices Framework
The NCWIT Engagement Practices Framework outlines actions faculty can take in their classrooms and beyond to help broaden participation in computing. It is organized around …
NCWIT Scorecard: The Status of Women in Computing
The NCWIT Scorecard shows trends in the participation of girls and women of different races and ethnicities in computing in the U.S. over time. With …
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The Action to Catalyze Tech (ACT) Report: A Cross-Industry, Multi-Stakeholder Report
The ACT Report is a collaboration led by four key partners — Snap Inc., NCWIT, PwC, and the Aspen Institute — as part of an …
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