The Kapor Center is a family of justice-seeking organizations based in Oakland, CA, that collectively work to create a more inclusive and equitable technology sector. Through research, programs, and policy, the Kapor Foundation enhances racial justice in tech, while SMASH provides transformative STEM experiences for students of color. Additionally, Kapor Capital invests in early-stage startups that aim to close gaps of access for all, and Kapor Initiatives pilot and scale new solutions, programs, and initiatives.
The challenges faced by the Kapor Center include the lack of representation in tech, limited access to computer science education in schools, underrepresentation of women and minorities in the tech workforce, and the disparity in venture capital funding for Black tech startup founders. Their recent work includes partnering with Vice President Kamala Harris and other foundations, advocating for equitable technology policy, and addressing the underrepresentation of Indigenous students in computer science.
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