The Texas 2030 Inclusion Challenge is a statewide call to action to create a more inclusive tech ecosystem.
Why does it matter?To take Austin as an example, by the year 2030, Austin will be a leading technology hub, home to many more startup and fast-growing companies, and it will become more diverse than ever. However, we see that even as Austin experiences accelerated economic growth in the tech sector and other growing industries, its level of inclusivity and equitability are not keeping pace. |
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Diversity In Tech Leadership
1.9%of tech executives are Black, nationally |
12%of the national workforce is Black |
4%of tech executives are Latinx |
17%of the national workforce is Latinx |
Impact the Representation in Tech.Create an Economic Transformation.
Diversity and inclusion isn’t only a concern of race but touches many identities through intersectionality. If these workforce representation numbers do not change, we will see greater wealth disparity for marginalized communities as we gallop towards the projected $0 black family median wealth by 2050. The Inclusive Innovation & Entrepreneurship programs are designed specifically to address this issue by creating student programming that addresses skills gaps while nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship. |
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The Challenge
Ensure a better future for all of our Texan citizens by investing in an equitable, affordable, and innovative talent pipeline by cultivating a workforce that reflects surrounding communities by the year 2030. This will drive higher profits, more innovation, and a thriving economy for our partners.
How to Engage
1. Sign the pledge, talk to your community
2. We’ll circle back to help you build your workgroups within your company and get you connected
3. Share us with your fellow Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston leaders for some friendly competition
4. Attend the next planning summit
5. Make an Inclusive Impact
