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Investing in Tomorrow’s Tech Talent Starts Today
At HYPE, we believe tech should reflect the world it serves. That means creating space for every young person—regardless of race, gender, age, income or background—to see
themselves in STEM. Our mission is rooted in access, equity, inclusion and visibility.
But today, these values are under siege.
This Giving Tuesday, we’re not asking for money. We’re asking for something deeper: your voice, your advocacy and your belief in a tech industry that sees us all. Generosity isn’t just about dollars — it’s about showing up, speaking out and standing with those who are building a better future.
Read MoreInclusive Tech Needs Champions—Not Silence
At HYPE, we believe tech should reflect the world it serves. That means creating space for every young person—regardless of race, gender, age, income or background—to see
themselves in STEM. Our mission is rooted in access, equity, inclusion and visibility.
But today, these values are under siege.
This Giving Tuesday, we’re not asking for money. We’re asking for something deeper: your voice, your advocacy and your belief in a tech industry that sees us all. Generosity isn’t just about dollars — it’s about showing up, speaking out and standing with those who are building a better future.
Read MoreWe Unveiled the Future—and It’s Giving HYPE!
Big energy. Big impact. Big reveal. After months of dreaming, designing, and dialing into our mission, HYPE has officially launched a new brand-and it’s everything we hoped for and more. We’re talking: A fresh logo that radiates confidence Colors that pop like our scholars’ personalities Messaging that speaks to our STEM-powered purpose And a vibe that says: Girls of…
Read MoreBIG NEWS: HYPE Takes Flight with Grant from Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand!
Big News: HYPE Takes Flight with Grant from Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand!
We’re proud to share that HYPE has been selected for a grant from Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand’s Black Community Commitment. This support helps us expand our mission to empower girls of color in tech.
Read more about this exciting partnership. →
HYPE (Hope for Youth, Inc.) Announces Three New Appointments to Board of Directors
HYPE (Hope for Youth, Inc.) announces the appointment of three new board members: Brian Benn, VP and Chief Information Officer of Clark Atlanta; Keisha Bradley, Senior Product Manager for Intuit Mailchimp; and Renee Mathewson, VP of Corporate Affairs-North America for Sage. All three appointments were approved during HYPE’s April board meeting. With these appointments, HYPE’s board of directors consists of 10 volunteers from across various industries.
Read MoreHYPE Joins Forces with AI Day in the A to Empower Future Tech Leaders
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant concept—it’s here, reshaping our daily lives and industries. At HYPE, we’re dedicated to ensuring that our scholars, particularly young women of color, are equipped to lead in this evolving landscape. That’s why HYPE was thrilled when Microsoft invited us to be a part of AI Day in…
Read MoreHope for Youth, Inc. and Sage Announce Three-Year Partnership to Advance Opportunities for Women and Girls in Tech
ATLANTA (March 4, 2025) – Hope for Youth, Inc. (HYPE) is proud to announce a three-year partnership with Sage, a leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) aiming to foster digital inclusion and support the next generation of tech talent. Delivered through the company’s social-impact arm, Sage Foundation…
Read More2025 HYPE About Tech Conference Press Release
Top Women Leaders in Business, STEM, Entertainment and Academia Unite for “HYPE About Tech” Conference in Atlanta With support from Sage Foundation, HYPE hosts inaugural event to equip women and girls with the skills, mentorship, and support for pursuing careers in STEM [Atlanta, GA] – For women and girls pursuing careers in STEM, the journey…
Read MoreBringing the Fun into Tech Education to Build Student Confidence
When I was working on my initial vision board for HYPE, I pinned the 2014 Google study, “Women Who Choose Computer Science—What Really Matters,” which found that four factors – social encouragement, self-perception, academic exposure, and career perception – are key to girls’ and women’s decision to choose tech careers. As someone who left the…
Read MoreScholar Spotlight: Hannah L.
Hannah is a 2024 graduate of HYPE’s Leadership Academy, and she continues to find new and impressive ways to demonstrate her leadership within the HYPE community – and beyond! She was recently selected as a participant on Delta Air Lines’ Women Inspiring our Next Generation (WING) flight. On Friday September 20, 2024, Delta will fill…
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