ABOUT US
Discover the vibrant BlackInTech Berlin Community! Dive into our story, from our humble beginnings to the remarkable milestones we've achieved. Join us as we share our ambitious goals and paint an inspiring picture of the future we envision together.
The Beginnings
Black in Tech is a dynamic social impact organization that emerged from the need to address the underrepresentation of Black professionals in the technology sector. It began as a grassroots initiative in 2019, driven by Kave Bulambo who recognized the lack of diversity and the systemic barriers faced by Black technologists.
Our mission is to spearhead equitable access to tech education, economic advancement, and career opportunities for underrepresented talent and entrepreneurs in Europe, enabling their full participation and success in the digital economy.
The journey started with local meetups and online events, where members could network, share experiences, and provide mentorship. These initial efforts laid the foundation for a broader movement, leading to the establishment of formal organizations and chapters in various cities.
What We Seek To Achieve
To increase the representation of Black professionals in the tech industry.
Provide access to career resources and opportunities through our offering mentorship programs, skill-building workshops.
To advocate for equitable policies and practices within organizations.
To rally along the force that is the Diaspora to influence change on the African continent
To create lasting change by partnering with companies and institutions to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in Germany and across the EU.
Through collective effort and unwavering commitment, Black in Tech is shaping a future where no one will be left behind as the world digitizes.
OUR CORE TEAM
CEO & Founder
Product & Program Manager
Social Media & Content Creator
Fullstack Developer
UI/UX Designer
How Will We Achieve Our Goals
Goal 1: Enhance Tech Education Accessibility
Objective
To provide comprehensive tech education and training programs to underrepresented communities through offering affordable online courses, bootcamps, and workshops on various tech skills in partnership with educational institutions and tech companies.
Goal 2: Foster Economic Advancement
Objective
To create pathways for economic empowerment through technology by launching initiatives that support tech entrepreneurship, offering fundraising literacy and business development workshops for underrepresented entrepreneurs, and facilitating access to microloans and grants for tech-based small businesses.
Goal 3: Expand Career Opportunities
Objective
To Bridge the gap between tech talent and job opportunities through partnerships with tech companies by creating internship, apprenticeship, and job placement programs.
Goal 4: Promote Inclusion and Advocacy
Objective
To continue advocating for a more inclusive digital economy and create awareness about the importance of diversity in tech by collaborating with policymakers, industry leaders, and advocacy groups to drive systemic change and promote inclusive practices
OUR COMMUNITY LEADERS
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Kave Bulambo
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Akua Appiah-lindberg
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Sola Osinoiki
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Ndimofor Aretas
Our Milestones
2019
BlackInTech Berlin was founded in 2019 by Kave Bulambo to address the underrepresentation and isolation of Black tech professionals in Berlin. Recognizing the need for a supportive community, Kave was later joined by Chiedza Muguti and Ansela Manful in 2022 as co-founders
2022
The Africa Berlin Tech Network was established in 2022 to foster international collaboration between Berlin and Africa. This project creates a vibrant exchange of resources, talent, and ideas, driving growth and innovation on both continents
2023
In 2023, we hosted the BIT Europe Summit, a premier event that brought together Black tech professionals from across Europe. This summit provided a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and exploring collaboration opportunities, strengthening our community and expanding our reach
2022
Our Empower Tech Mentoring Program, launched in 2022, connects aspiring tech professionals with experienced mentors. This program offers tailored guidance, networking opportunities, and career advancement resources, enabling mentees to thrive in the tech industry
2023
In 2023, we organized our first delegation trip to Africa, which aimed at strengthening ties and exploring collaborative opportunities with African tech communities. This trip marked a significant step in our mission to bridge the gap between Berlin and Africa, facilitating knowledge exchange and fostering innovation
FUTURE
We have consistently organized events offering career guidance and networking opportunities since 2019. These events help our members improve their job prospects, gain industry insights, and navigate career transitions successfully and we dont intend to stop any time soon!