#2 Female Engineer Gloria Kimbwala on Diversity and Inclusion
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Gloria Kimbwala runs Square's 1-week immersive bootcamp for Talented Women, called Code Camp. She currently working on her Master’s in Computer Sciences with an concentration in Software Engineering. She actively mentors other minorities, women, and under-represented communities in tech. In today's episode, we learn about what pivotal moments led Gloria to the career she has today. There are so few black women in tech, and she has managed to succeed even when those around her may have disagreed with her career track. We discuss so much, including: - Creating a workplace that nurtures diversity and inclusion - Urgency and priority for diversity and inclusion STARTS AT THE TOP - Making a difference when it comes to improving diversity in tech (particularly in underserved communities) - The crucial role of being a door opener for other women and minorities. - How has being a mom changes your worldview and priorities as a woman in tech - Imposter Syndrome - What do you do when you see a woman struggling with imposter syndrome? - How to help other women struggling with imposter syndrome - Going vegan! - Politics in our current society People can find Gloria online at: Instagram: gkimbwala Twitter: gkimbwala