August 22, 2022 – GenSpark is happy to announce its new partnership with Girl Develop It (GDI), a national nonprofit organization that specializes in creating welcoming, supportive opportunities for women and non-binary adults to learn software development skills. This one-year partnership will afford both organizations the opportunity to cultivate an inclusive work environment for underrepresented talent looking to break into the IT industry.
Together, GenSpark and GDI will combine resources to create new career opportunities for women and non-binary adults. As we move forward, individuals can expect events centered around training, networking and overall employee development hosted by both GDI and GenSpark.
Katie Brydon, Community Director at Girl Develop It says “GDI is thrilled to partner with GenSpark. We are so grateful to have found an organization who cares as deeply about diversifying the tech field with accessible training and supported job placement as we do. Providing the women and non-binary members of our community the opportunity to connect with this amazing organization is such a gift to GDI! We look forward to working with GenSpark to create a more inclusive, accessible, diverse future for technologists everywhere.”
At GenSpark, our vision is to accelerate equity in the workplace and in society by lighting up pathways to career success for individuals from all backgrounds. Entering a partnership with GDI will allow us to do just that. We look forward to all the work ahead.
About GenSpark
GenSpark fills technology talent gaps by bridging underrepresented pools of talent to corporations in need of key skills. The company’s passion for opportunity and diversity translates into a recasting of the tech workforce, with deep investment in both client and candidate success. Candidates are employed and custom-trained to the specifications of client firms, connecting the unconnected to refreshed and fulfilling careers. This Atlanta-based firm serves clients and candidates nationwide.
For more information, visit GenSpark.net
About Girl Develop It
Girl Develop It is a nonprofit organization that exists to provide affordable and judgment-free opportunities for women & non-binary adults interested in learning web and software development. Through virtual classes and community support, Girl Develop It helps women of diverse backgrounds achieve their technology goals and build confidence in their careers and their everyday lives.
More information about the organization can be found at: www.girldevelopit.com