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The deficit of female and minority computer science engineers in America is a mounting gender, racial and economic issue. Tech jobs are growing three times faster than our colleges are producing computer science graduates. A 2014 White House report noted that by 2020, there will be more than one million unfilled software engineering jobs requiring a bachelor’s degree in the US.

CODE examines why more girls and people of colour are not seeking educational opportunities in computer science and explains how cultural mindsets, stereotypes, educational hurdles, unconscious biases and sexism play a role in this national crisis. Hear from experts in the tech, psychology, science, policy and education industries, and inspiring stories of women from various backgrounds who are engaged in the fight to challenge complacency in the tech industry and have their voices heard.

CODE aims to inspire girls, women and people of colour to consider computer science as a viable career choice.