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NCWIT has developed a new messaging platform that emphasizes the creative potential for organizations that invest in fostering a culture where girls, women, and underrepresented groups participate with strong voices.…

The design and décor of the physical spaces where people work contain signals about who does and who does not belong there. When we view these spaces through a diversity…

This workbook will help educators and influencers understand the research-based reasons why a diverse range of girls are less likely to take computing courses in high school. High school teachers…

Mentoring programs are an excellent way to support graduate students’ sense of belonging in the local intellectual community and help them move forward in their professional careers. Everyone benefits from…

Research shows that even individuals who consider themselves committed to equality still engage in unconscious forms of bias and discrimination that negatively affect the evaluations and experiences of women and…

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 key highlights from published research…

Achieving equity in the tech industry must be intersectional: race, class, gender, sexuality, and other key factors of identity shape experiences differently; and understanding those differences is critical to promoting…

This Guide was created to support the use of evidence-based interventions by change leaders. It can help researchers to avoid jargon and communicate effectively. This resource is intended to help…

Task assignment is a key area where bias emerges, exacerbating workplace inequity. Research shows that women and members of other underrepresented groups are more often channeled into “execution” or project…

This set of eleven TECHNOLOchicas 3.0 11″ x 17″ posters portray Latina technologists from diverse backgrounds and environments who recognize the power of innovation to change the world. These powerful…

This report, sponsored by NCWIT, adds to the relatively limited research studying patterns of women-founded, venture-backed startups. While others have tended to look at topline aggregates of venture deals and…

Modern Figures Podcast (http://modernfigurespodcast.com/) guest stars Black women in computing who share their stories and perspectives on technical, societal, and personal topics. Geared toward women of color in STEM, especially…

Advancing K-16 computing education in a state is a complex and collaborative endeavor. Computing education state summits are an important part of this process and can help to develop and advance a…

Did you know some of your greatest allies in advocating for computer science (CS) might work right alongside you every day? CS educators across the nation are finding that collaborating…

La tecnología es un campo de rápido crecimiento, con salarios altos y creativo. He aquí 10 consejos para que usted, como miembro de la familia, pueda estimular a las niñas…

Technology is a fast-growing, high-paying, creative field. Here are 10 ways that you, as a family member, can encourage the girls in your life to study, and have a career…

Three out of five schools in the U.S. do not offer computing courses that include programming or coding, yet we know that computing jobs are the way of the future.…

Women in Computing (WIC) groups on college and university campuses can help reduce feelings of isolation and increase a sense of community and belonging. They can also be places where…

Schools across the country and around the world are working to increase access to quality CS education. But while CS classes and opportunities are expanding, too many students — especially…

This customizable PowerPoint presentation is an excellent resource for schools who wish to educate their community about computer science, to teach about the importance of diversity in CS education and…

Part of Counselors for Computing (C4C), this card connects students’ interests with IT and computing career paths that can be achieved through enrollment in a university or four-year college. Degree…

Part of Counselors for Computing (C4C), this card connects students’ interests with IT and computing career paths that can be achieved through enrollment in a community college. Degrees are linked…

Part of Counselors for Computing (C4C), this card connects students’ interests with opportunities in IT and computing that can be achieved through military service and beyond. Information about IT military…

An often overlooked way to broaden participation in computing is to grow a more inclusive student community and culture. A good way to build this community is to employ well-structured…

Learn simple methods for thoughtfully measuring the impact of corporate diversity programs, how to build a community of practice in your company, and next steps for how you will measure…

The movement to build computer science education for the U.S. is well under way, with new states, districts, and providers joining every day. As the institutionalization of CS progresses in…

Millions of students start at community colleges each year, most of whom hope to transfer and earn a bachelor’s degree, yet less than 15% are successful in doing so, including…

This breakout answers questions about how to increase the representation of women in your undergraduate computing program including personalized advice from our experienced NCWIT Extension Services for Undergraduate Programs consultants.

Meet the TECHNOLOchicas 3.0, and learn about this ongoing initiative to raises awareness among young Latinas and their families about opportunities and careers in technology.

The so-called “debate” about sex differences made waves again this year, especially in the popular discourse around women and tech. Dr. Eliot will challenge some of these long-standing myths, providing…

As our institutions focus on diversifying our campuses and workplaces, one of the questions we need to ask as we “build our diversity toolkit” is how can our program, department,…

Learn how to engage rural areas in your state and region and reach underrepresented populations in tech. Dr. Shalini Kesar of Southern Utah University has led one of the largest…

To cultivate interconnected, inclusive teams, change leaders need to recognize and celebrate diverse backgrounds and perspectives. This jiffy listening skills tune-up session uses active exploration of inclusion and diversity concepts…

Explore with other Academic Alliance members strategies for improving your department’s climate for inclusion and diversity in three key areas: 1) effective and inclusive faculty hiring, 2) improving student culture,…

Learn practical strategies for what you can do, as a change leader to make your classroom, workplace, or program more inclusive.

NCWIT CEO and Co-founder Lucy Sanders officially welcomes attendees to the 2018 NCWIT Summit.

Learn more about Pioneer in Tech Award recipient Evi Nemeth.

Student influencers such as formal and informal educators and parents are eager to direct students to viable education opportunities in computing. Consider these key points and resources that can be…

Stereotype threat harms both performance and motivation by reducing our feelings of competence, belonging, and trust in our colleagues. However, careful thought, education, and regular assessment of diversity practices can…

This inclusive speaker orientation course is designed to provide essential background knowledge and practical skills to promote inclusivity in presentations, messaging, and other communications. It is divided into 3 short,…

Your company’s website is an important tool for communicating commitment to diversity to clients, the public, and current and prospective employees. These tips will help you create a website that…

Learn more about using Computation Creativity activities in your introductory computing courses to engage your students and to improve their learning. In this March 2018 issue of ACM Inroads magazine,…

Ensuring that your technical conference provides a welcome environment for a wide range of attendees is important for broadening participation in technology. Use these tips to help you create a…

Computer Science-in-a-Box: Unplug Your Curriculum introduces fundamental building blocks of computer science — without using computers. Use it with students ages 9 to 14 to teach lessons about how computers…

Set of ten TECHNOLOchicas 11″x17″ posters.

This is the third of a regular column that EngageCSEdu is doing for ACM InRoads magazine. The goal of the column is that by highlighting aspects of the EngageCSEdu project…

Students see just ten of the many ways computer science is making the world a better place. Encourage them to imagine more. This poster is one of three Counselors for…