For us, diverse opportunities are all about belonging in a space you would have never imagined! There are some incredible organisations out there helping marginalised communities with mentorship, training and hidden opportunities.
Whether you are a female in a male-dominated industry or belong to a minority group that has faced discrimination, by breaking through barriers and creating opportunities, we can challenge societal norms and pave the way for greater diversity and inclusion. 💪🏽
Good Nugget is looking to make the creative industry more diverse by supporting young people who are underrepresented.
By empowering young people through a range of initiatives, such as mentoring and online webinars, Good Nugget looks to help kick-start creative careers. They also support educators and corporations through skill development workshops.
Useful School are all about boosting confidence, skills, and opportunities for people of colour. They don't just cover design school basics; they focus on the things that often get left out. They offer weekly classes, workshops, support sessions, and surprise guest speakers. The cool part? You decide how much to pay.
They're all about creating a safe space and making a positive impact.
Black Valley is on a mission to ensure adequate representation of black people in the development of technology products.
Their focus on inclusivity aims to incorporate diverse perspectives and experiences from black communities into technological innovations, fostering creativity and eliminating bias.
Coding Black Females is a non-profit organisation with the primary goal of providing opportunities for Black female developers to enhance their skills, connect with like-minded individuals, network, receive support, and cultivate relationships through regular meetups.
Partner with companies and educational institutions to run inspiring tech-focused events and work experience placements for teenage girls, with a focus on those from lower income or ethnic minority backgrounds.
Code First Girls has emerged as one of the leading providers of free coding courses for women worldwide. They have delivered over £75 million worth of free technology education, teaching three times as many women to code compared to the entire UK university undergraduate system!
Their mission is to bridge the gender gap in the tech industry by offering free education that leads to employment opportunities.
Triangirls host panels, workshops, and fireside chats covering topics such as imposter syndrome, confidence and public speaking, pay negotiation and leadership.
Previous speakers have included senior folk from Google, Trainline, Product Hunt, Monzo, Zoe Laughlin (of The BBC’s Big Life Fix & ITV’s This Morning) as well as people from the community.
Exist to heal, support, amplify, and make space for the entire spectrum of Black creativity while also decolonising design through education and wellness resources, events, partnerships, and collaborations.
Additionally, by connecting designers, educators, and creative leaders, they host a dialogue about change, both in and out of the design industry through their annual conference.
Girls in Film represents, champions and connects the new generation of female, non binary and trans creatives in the film industry.