Happy #DataPrivacyDay! 🔒🌐 Is your data at risk? Here are four quick tips to help you stay safe online: 🎣 Report phishing. Opening these “phishing” messages could lead to accidentally downloading malware or giving away personal information to scammers. Remember, if an email offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. 💪 Use strong passwords. Make your password at least 16 characters long. Simple passwords are easy to guess, so strengthen your security by using long, random, and unique passwords for each account. 🛡️ Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA). Adding an extra layer of security makes it harder for attackers to access your accounts. 🔔 Update, update, update! Keeping your software up to date helps protect against security vulnerabilities. To learn more about staying safe online, #GetCyberSmart and check out @CISAgov’s full guide for more tips and tricks. #SecureOurWorld #Cybersecurity bit.ly/40DWH63

Despite being told that "tech is for boys," Lucretia Dreyer initially steered away from STEM. However, after volunteering for a coding and robotics program, she discovered she could merge her passion for technology with disability advocacy. Now, she is dedicated to exploring how AI and assistive technologies can enhance STEM education for children with disabilities worldwide. bit.ly/42vW3u1

Did you know that a #WomanInSTEM invented the life raft? Known as an “engineering dynamo,” Maria Beasley held over 15 patents, including the life rafts used aboard the RMS Titanic. Her invention helped about 700 passengers survive the shipwreck. bit.ly/4h7T9Qp

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How much do you really know about women in STEM? 🤔 Test your knowledge with this fun trivia quiz! 🧠💡 bit.ly/4gMnJ1L

There’s still one month left to submit to our #GWCChallenge. 👀 Create a project and use AI to help your community make more eco-conscious decisions. girlswhocode.com/programs/gw…

BookTok 🤝 STEM girlies: Engineer Nadia Odunayo combined her love of tech and reading to create The StoryGraph, a booklover's dream. 📚 This app generates custom reading lists, tracks your reading progress, and provides personalized book recommendations. bit.ly/4gMLY01

🎉 FREE Summer Programs are here! High school girls & non-binary students can learn coding, explore tech careers & make friends with 2 flexible programs to fit your schedule & interests. 🗓️ Apply by 2/26 for priority consideration. Final deadline 4/11! bit.ly/3PqaxDU

Yeah Glo! Rapper Glorilla donated $25k to her hometown high school to create the tech hub Gloria H. Woods Media Center. The space will provide students access to tech-enhanced learning tools, a safe and flexible study environment, and resources to boost literacy. bit.ly/40tbvFS

Did you know that COPD is the sixth leading cause of death in Canada and is commonly undiagnosed in women? After her own experience with COPD, Kalysta Makimoto was inspired to develop machine learning prediction models using AI to better diagnose lung disease in women. #WomenInSTEM bit.ly/4h4naQP

Saving energy, reducing food waste, protecting animals: How will you use tech to help better the planet? 🌱✨ In this year’s #GWCChallenge, we’re challenging our students to use AI to create projects around sustainability. girlswhocode.com/programs/gw…

"Don't be afraid to reach for the stars. I believe a good education can take you anywhere on Earth and beyond." — Ellen Ochoa

"Being Indigenous has shaped my approach to STEM, grounded in respect for Unci Maka (Mother Earth). My perspective focuses on cultural connections and holistic learning." Meet former NASA intern Caitlin Bordeaux. go.nasa.gov/4a4kBM5

At Girls Who Code, we are on a mission to change the face of tech. In the last decade, we have reached over 670,000 people through our innovative programs and initiatives. While we’re proud of our achievements, there’s still more work to do. We’ve set an ambitious goal to reach 5 million girls, women, and nonbinary individuals over the next 5 years—and we need your support to make it happen. With your help, we can equip our students with the tools to thrive in tech and the confidence to achieve anything they set their minds to. Together, we can transform the future of tech. give.girlswhocode.com/campai…

🎉 3...2...1... Happy New Year! 🎉 There’s still time to make a difference! Help us kick off the new year by empowering 5 million girls, women, and nonbinary people in 5 years with the tools to change the face of tech. Let’s meet this goal together—donate today and help us create a brighter, more inclusive future in tech. 💻✨ give.girlswhocode.com/campai…

There’s still time to make an impact! This year, Girls Who Code empowered nearly 100K girls & women with access to AI, mentorship, & tech careers. Our goal: 5M people in 5 years. Help us build a brighter, more inclusive future in tech—donate today and change lives. bit.ly/3ZIPWRj

Happy Holidays from Girls Who Code! ❄️This season, you can make a difference. Help us empower 5 million girls, women, and nonbinary people in the next 5 years with the tools and confidence to thrive in computer science, AI, and emerging tech. Your support creates a brighter, more inclusive future in tech. Donate today and join us in transforming the industry for the better! 💻✨ give.girlswhocode.com/campai…

The tech world is changing fast, and we’re making big moves to keep up. Our goal? Empower 5 million girls, women, and nonbinary people in 5 years with the tools to thrive in computer science, AI, and emerging tech. Together, we can build a future where everyone has a seat at the table in tech. 💙 bit.ly/3ZIPWRj

🚨 670,000 and counting! 🚨 Over 12 years, Girls Who Code has reached more than 670K students, but we’re not stopping. Our goal: 5M girls, women, & nonbinary individuals in 5 years—equipping them for thriving tech careers. Help us get there. Donate now. ❤️ bit.ly/3ZIPWRj

“Nothing in life is to be feared; it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more so that we may fear less.” Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, the only woman in history to ever win it twice, and the only person to ever win a Nobel Prize in two different sciences. bit.ly/49yg3O0

Meet Pearl Young, the first woman to work in a technical role at NASA. Learn more about how she overcame barriers as she navigated the male-dominated STEM industry. bit.ly/3Zvuspp

This inventor has over 80 patents?! Now, Jayshree Seth is on a mission to help women of color pursue careers in science and engineering through the Jayshree Seth Scholarship program. bit.ly/4fMKMJh

Happy #CSEdWeek–a week dedicated to inspiring students of all ages to explore computer science! 👩‍💻 🎉 CSEdWeek is all about sparking curiosity, promoting equity in tech, and celebrating the amazing work of students, educators, and partners in the field. Together, we're SO proud to see our community shine as they work to transform the future of tech. Check out these events to celebrate: bit.ly/3VvZUmd

Did you know that the creator of modern day computer languages was a woman in STEM? Meet computer science pioneer Grace Hopper, born #OnThisDay in 1906. #OTD #HappyBirthday #TodayInHistory

Happy birthday to computer scientist and pioneer Grace Hopper. 🎂 🎉 Grace was the first female individual recipient of the National Medal of Technology in 1991. (She’s also known for coining the phrase computer “bug.”) #OnThisDay #OTD #TodayInHistory #WomenInSTEM

We want to wish a very happy birthday to @craignewmark, philanthropist and founder of Craigslist and Craig Newmark Philanthropies. Craig is a steadfast supporter of our students and a visionary leader in the tech and cybersecurity fields.

"In tech, there is a pipeline problem. Only around 20% of CS graduates are women. Studies show that girls lose interest in STEM fields around 4th-6th grade. If we want to have more women in tech, we need early programs to keep girls interested in STEM, which gets right to the heart of the Girls Who Code message." We love this gem from Anna Claiborne, Senior Vice President, Network Automation and Tools at @ZayoGroup. #TalkingTech

#AI + Sustainability: How could AI help us live more eco-friendly lives? 🌱✨Join the #GWCChallenge and share your innovative idea on how AI can help protect our planet! girlswhocode.com/programs/gw…

We’re on a mission to help 5 million girls, women, and nonbinary people change the face of tech, but we need your help. This #GivingTuesday, help us empower the next generation of technologists by making a donation. bit.ly/3ZIPWRj

We’re just one day away from #GivingTuesday, and we need your help. We’re on a mission to empower 5 million girls, women and nonbinary people with the tools and confidence they need to thrive in tech—donate today: bit.ly/3ZIPWRj

The best part about the winter season? The holiday lights, of course! Huge congratulations to our NewBoCo Girls Who Code Clubs students on their amazing Lighting Ceremony this past Saturday! Over the past 10 weeks, 27 students teamed up with eight local businesses in Cedar Rapids to design color-changing holiday light displays using addressable LEDs and Python. In the ceremony, they unveil their displays, using STEM to bring holiday cheer to their community! A big shoutout to Collins Aerospace, Watts Group, and BAE Systems for supporting our mission and lighting a path to STEM for our students!

Congratulations to "The Space Gal," Emily Calandrelli, who recently became the 100th woman in space! 🚀 Emily is an aerospace engineer, television host, and science communicator dedicated to inspiring other women to reach new heights in STEM. #WomenInSTEM

Morgan Pruitt created The </EncryptHer Initiative> a project that educates and empowers young women with the knowledge to safeguard themselves in our digital world through cybersecurity!

Leah Chen and Heidi Kuang created Promenade, a social media platform that encourages users to use non-car transportation. The app features fun photos, status updates, and hashtags that center around celebrating eco-friendly forms of transportation.

Dana Brunson and Kayla Runkle created Scholar’s Serenity, an all-in-one mental health resource guide for college students. This includes journal prompts, gratitude exercises, mindfulness activities, tips, and resources for students struggling with mental health.

Congratulations to our Leadership Academy graduates on completing the program! Over the past four months, our program has empowered more than 200 college students nationwide to build leadership, professional, and technical skills. Each participant created a Give Back Project, applying their tech expertise to share knowledge and make a positive impact in their communities. Check out a few of these incredible projects:

Meet Nicole Aunapu Mann, the first Native American woman in space and the first woman to serve as commander of a NASA Commercial Crew Program launch. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth bit.ly/3OnUgie

This middle school student created a virtual-filtering air system to combat COVID-19 in classrooms using a box fan, four furnace filters, duct tape, and cardboard. Twelve-year-old Eniola Shokunbi, who was awarded over $11.5 million in funding to expand the implementation of these air filter systems to more schools across Connecticut! Shokunbi's filter costs less than $60 to produce and effectively removes over 99% of airborne viruses. bit.ly/412NGVJ

November is #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, a time to celebrate Indigenous leaders, history, and culture. Meet Danielle Boyer, an inspiring Ojibwe inventor and founder of The STEAM Connection. Her organization empowers Indigenous youth through robotics kits, including the SkoBot—a robot designed to help preserve Indigenous languages through technology. #WomenInSTEM bit.ly/3OnUgie

"Time pushes everything forward. No stunning success and no sorrowful failure lasts forever." —Rapelang Rabana, computer scientist and tech entrepreneur #QOTD

This chef’s recipes can defy gravity! Xulei Wu, Space Food Systems manager at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, creates out-of-this-world recipes for astronauts. She leads a team to make sure the food is not only tasty but also safe for space travel. Her best advice for women in STEM? “Don’t doubt yourself. It’s okay to struggle. Just give it a shot, because with hard work, you’ll find what you’re truly meant to do!” go.nasa.gov/49goJqZ

Thanks to food scientist Virginia Holsinger, lactose-intolerant people can enjoy milk and cheese without consequences! Her research on enzymes and digestion led to the creation of lactose-free dairy products, like Lactaid, that are now found in grocery stores. She also helped develop nutritious powdered milk substitutes used by the military and in humanitarian efforts around the world. #WomenInSTEM

Have you ever seen Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs? Well, physicist Lisa Dyson is making "meat" out of thin air...literally. She founded Air Protein — a startup that uses science to create meat alternatives out of carbon dioxide. bit.ly/4ftUXT0

STEM takes center stage in PBS Kids' new animated show Lyla in the Loop. The series follows Lyla, a curious 7-year-old, as she uses critical thinking and computer science to tackle everyday problems, inspiring young viewers of color to explore STEM concepts. bit.ly/48YUq9q

Aishwarya Kansakar, a self-taught coder from Nepal, developed her computing skills independently, eventually founding her own tech company. Now, as Chief Operating Officer of Women 4 STEM, she is dedicated to empowering women and transforming the tech industry. Learn more about her journey and mission. ab.co/4eA7xPw

#InternSpotlight ✨ Congrats to Girls Who Code alumna Siima Machayo who recently completed her internship at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy! She contributed to a report that focused on advancing U.S. nutrition science, highlighting the connection between nutrition, public health, and economics. “My mom always said, ‘You cannot be what you can’t see,’” says Siima. “It was empowering to work alongside minority leaders and doctors who taught me resilience and shared their paths to success.” bit.ly/4hRvRPK

“Girls Who Code is a wonderful way for girls to gain a sense of belonging, be able to see themselves reflected in the computer science field and learn new skills.” Shout out to Jessica Zepik, one of our Girls Who Code Clubs Faciliators. “I’m grateful for this opportunity to contribute to the girls’ learning and empowerment, and I look forward to continuing this rewarding experience,” she says. Way to make waves Jessica!

“By bringing more focus to the intersection of technology and diversity, we're catalyzing an evolution in the tech landscape, paving the way for a future where more people benefit from technology's transformative power." We love this gem from Kamini Tiwari, VP of Social Impact at @humble. "Our collaboration with Girls Who Code isn't just about empowering girls, it's about enriching industries with diverse perspectives that fuel innovation and progress,” she says. “This partnership represents an investment in transforming talent pipelines to ensure that workforces reflect the communities they serve and contribute to sustainable growth.” #TalkingTech

Educators, join us on December 5th from 5:15-6:15 PM ET for an interactive session with Girls Who Code, designed to prepare you for CS Ed Week! 💻 We’ll showcase two engaging activities, one for elementary students and another for middle to high schoolers. By the end of the session, you’ll have the tools to seamlessly integrate these activities into your plans. Connect with educators nationwide and create an impactful experience for your students! Register for the session to save your spot! bit.ly/3Z2rgmm

It’s time to step into the booth! 🗳️ Today is #ElectionDay, and we’re thrilled to see our community making their voices heard. Join us as we follow a day in the life of Girls Who Code Alumni Advisory Council Member, Katelyn Villacres, as she votes for the second time in NYC!