New York, NY – October 8, 2024– BlackStars, a preeminent cross-sector conference for Black professionals and allies has announced a partnership with Per Scholas, a national nonprofit that provides tuition-free training to unemployed or underemployed adults for lucrative careers in tech. This collaboration aims to open doors for Black professionals to enter the tech workforce and equip them with the skills and resources needed to thrive.
“At BlackStars, we are committed to uplifting and amplifying Black talent across all industries,” said Sandra Appiah Babu-Boateng.
“We recognize the vital role technology plays in today’s world, and this partnership with Per Scholas allows us to bridge the digital divide and get more black professionals career opportunities in tech.”
Through this partnership, BlackStars will leverage its extensive platform to promote Per Scholas’ tech training programs to its audience, providing opportunities to break into tech or to upskill.
“At Per Scholas, we believe in the transformative power of technology to unlock potential and drive equity. Our partnership with BlackStars represents a significant step in bridging the opportunity gap for Black professionals in the tech industry, said Brittany Murrey Executive Vice President of Talent Solutions.
“By combining our rigorous training programs with BlackStars’ influential platform, we’re equipping more Black talent with the skills and resources needed to not just enter the tech workforce, but to thrive and lead within it. Together, we are committed to building a more inclusive, diverse, and equitable future in technology.”
This partnership signifies a shared commitment to building a more inclusive and diverse tech landscape. By equipping Black professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge, BlackStars and Per Scholas are paving the way for a more equitable future in technology.
2024 BlackStars Experience
The 2024 BlackStars Experience will take place in NYC, November 6-9. In collaboration with TEKsystems, Per Scholas will host two sessions at the summit on November 7th, Breaking Into Tech, and Diversifying the Tech Pipeline . Attendees will have an opportunity to learn about career opportunities in tech, and connect directly with PerScholas.
For more information about the conference and to register, visit: BlackStarsExperience.com
About BlackStars
BlackStars is a leading conference and digital platform dedicated to empowering Black talent across industries, connecting them with opportunities, and celebrating their impact. To learn more, visit BlackStarsExperience.com
About Per Scholas
For nearly 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive equity and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we’re forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 25,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. At Per Scholas, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging aren’t just buzzwords—they’re in our DNA. 85+ percent of our learners are people of color, two in five are women, and more than half hold a high school diploma as their highest educational credential. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
