Girls in Tech, a non-profit organization founded by Adriana Gascoigne, is sadly closing its doors after 17 years of empowering women in the tech industry. Gascoigne expressed her deep sadness and devastation about this decision, emphasizing the profound impact the organization has had on women worldwide.
Over the years, Girls in Tech has reached over 250,000 individuals in 30 countries across six continents. Originally based in Silicon Valley, the organization was relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, by Gascoigne in 2022 during the pandemic. Through various programs such as mentorship, hackathons, coding bootcamps, conferences, and more, Girls in Tech has provided a supportive community for women to excel in their tech careers.
Gascoigne highlighted the love and passion that built the Girls in Tech community, expressing her immense pride in the lasting impact they have made. While the organization may be closing its doors, Gascoigne encouraged everyone to continue the mission of eliminating the gender gap in the tech industry.
The closure of Girls in Tech marks the end of an era, but the spirit of empowerment and support for women in tech will live on through other avenues. Gascoigne’s message resonates with a call to action for all supporters to carry on the fight for gender equality in the tech world. The legacy of Girls in Tech will continue to inspire and empower women in tech for years to come.
