Pride Month, which comes to an end this week, is a time to celebrate the moments in queer history that sparked activism and progress toward equality. One piece of history that frequently gets lost is the fact that many of these defining moments were only made possible by Black and brown LGTBQIA2S+ activists fighting for their liberation.

This month, as we commemorate the anniversary of Command Shift, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we have embarked on. We owe so much of our progress to enter and advance women of color in the tech industry to the unwavering support of our esteemed coalition members. 

This National Volunteer Month, we celebrate the hundreds of volunteers and their commitment to joining the Command Shift Movement and accelerating more women of color in tech.

Elevated Voices: Real Conversations – Celebrating Women of Color in Tech Day

One of the business sectors that contribute to “our nation’s greatness” is technology. If not for the contributions of Black tech pioneers like Katherine Johnson, Phyllis Bolds, Annie Easley, and countless other Black change agents and innovators, this industry would not be one of America’s most prominent and profitable industries.