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Why Is It Important For Black Boys To Learn To Code?

From Forbes.com – (January 06, 2025) Bryan Johnson, the Founder of Black Boys Code, spent over 20 years working in corporate Canada, where he often found himself as “the only Black person in the room.” Determined to change that reality, he envisioned a future where Black boys could have the opportunity to take their place […]

Posted byBryan JohnsonFebruary 7, 2025February 7, 2025Posted inNews

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It’s incredibly encouraging to see our students sp It’s incredibly encouraging to see our students speak about their own growth 👌🏾

Hearing them say they want to learn more about coding, that building projects feels exciting, and that problem-solving helps them think differently reminds us why this work matters.

Their words motivate our mentors, inspire prospective students, and reinforce our commitment at Black Boys Code to keep building spaces where Black youth can thrive.

Join us for our upcoming workshops and experience it firsthand. Sign up at blackboyscode.ca.

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Ideas move faster when they’re shared. We are teac Ideas move faster when they’re shared. We are teaching Black youth to build technology with purpose, instilling leadership and collaboration.

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You don’t have to fit a mold to make an impact. 💻 You don’t have to fit a mold to make an impact. 💻 

Bold ideas belong to everyone brave enough to dream them, and every challenge is an opportunity to innovate. 

Step forward, take risks, and trust that your vision can shape the world.

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On International Women's Day, we pause to celebrat On International Women's Day, we pause to celebrate the visionaries and leaders who shape our world. The 2026 theme, "Give to Gain," reminds us that the progress of our society is deeply rooted in the generosity of spirit and expertise that women provide every day.

In the technology sector and beyond, women have consistently broken barriers and opened doors for those following in their footsteps. By sharing their knowledge and advocating for equity, they create a ripple effect of opportunity that benefits everyone. Their contributions are not just about filling roles but about redefining what is possible through innovation and resilience.

Today, we honour every woman who continues to give her time, her talent, and her perspective to build a more inclusive future. Whether leading in the classroom or boardroom, innovating in the lab, or mentoring in the community, your impact is profound and your legacy is essential.

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In this classroom, a mentor offers the microphone In this classroom, a mentor offers the microphone to a student and waits, communicating something powerful: your ideas matter. This is how we move from learning code to building leaders.

We are grateful for the mentors and instructors who make this possible by creating classrooms where students feel seen, supported, and confident exploring technology. Because of them, Black youth step forward with clarity, courage, and belief in their own potential.

If you are a Black STEM professional who remembers how powerful it is to see someone who looks like you leading the room, this is your invitation.
Volunteer with Black Boys Code. Visit www.blackboyscode.ca to learn more and get involved.

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Imagine a space where your child doesn’t just lear Imagine a space where your child doesn’t just learn tech. They express it, explain it, and own it.

That’s what you’re seeing here: youth confidently sharing their work and thinking aloud.

Want to give your child that experience? Visit www.blackboyscode.ca to explore workshops.

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