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We’re increasing access to opportunity for underrepresented groups
At CareerFoundry, our mission is to ensure anyone—regardless of identity or background—has the chance to reinvent themselves, work with dignity, and shape their own careers. While the tech industry has made progress in recent years, many historically marginalized groups continue to be underrepresented, and therefore underserved. That’s why we're offering the Changemakers Scholarship to underrepresented groups, worth up to $1,275 off all career-change programs.
Scholarship Eligibility:
- Applicants must identify as a person from one or more of the following communities: women or non-binary, Black, Latine, LGBTQIA+
- To claim your scholarship, simply book a call with one of our program advisors and mention why you want to apply for the Changemakers Scholarship on your call
- Our advisors will answer any questions you have about the Changemakers Scholarship, our career change programs and what it’s like to learn with CareerFoundry. There’s no cost and no obligation
- This scholarship cannot be combined with any other ongoing scholarship or discount
Why these groups
It’s well documented that BIPOC employees are vastly underrepresented in the tech industry. For example, a report by Diversity in Tech U.K. reports that only 15% of the tech workforce in the U.K. are from B.A.M.E. (Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic) backgrounds. Another report from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission shows that workers in tech careers in the U.S. are 68% White, 20% Asian American, 5% Black, and 5% Hispanic.
Furthermore, according to the UN report from 2022, women make up just 3% of global tech students. Research from UNESCO shows women only make up 28% of the global tech workforce.
Non-binary and LGBTQIA+ students also remain underrepresented. One report by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) found that 29% of LGBTQIA+ young people chose to avoid a career in S.T.E.M. due to fears that they would be discriminated against in the industry.
Looking for more research or curious what other efforts CareerFoundry is making? Check out our 2023 DEI Report.
Meet our program advisors
They know our programs inside and out, they know what it takes to create a career from scratch, and they know the job market in your area. Our program advisors are here to share their insights and help you move forward in your career change.
Breanna
15+ years of experience in higher education
In the last 15 years, Breanna has worked in various leadership positions. She lives in Florida with her husband and 2 dogs. She loves swimming with Manatees and is a volunteer with saving sea turtles.
"What motivates me? Leading and coaching people and teams to reach their highest potential, far beyond what they think they can accomplish."
Alana
20+ years in Educational Advising
Alana has worked in Educational Advising for over 20 years. She lives in beautiful British Columbia, Canada, with her husband and kids. She loves boating, camping, and enjoying the local wines.
"I love connecting with people from all over the world and am passionate about making the path to a new career as easy and exciting as possible!"
Kevin
21+ years of experience in advisory and analytics roles
Kevin is a war veteran who served in the US Army for 10+ years as an Intelligence Analyst. He lives in Berlin, Germany, with his partner and two kids. He's an avid problem solver and critical thinker.
"I love asking 'why' and helping people formulate solutions for their career dilemmas. Present me a problem and I will not give up until it's solved."
What other career changers have to say
Our program advisors have helped thousands of career changers take that first step—people who have been exactly where you are. Here’s what they had to say after their call.
"The advisor was friendly and professional, answered all of my questions — I didn’t feel at all pressured; the conversation simply provided that extra bit of reassurance I was looking for."
"It was extremely helpful to be able to talk to a program advisor before enrolling. I had a lot of questions about the curriculum and certain processes for the course."
"I appreciated the time the advisor took to talk about the program and talk about my goals and how they fit into the program — and even if I don’t choose CareerFoundry, I am grateful for the time and attention I’ve received from everyone there."