Tech leader Microsoft and Beverly Bond, founder and CEO of the award-winning women’s empowerment, lifestyle, and philanthropic brand BLACK GIRLS ROCK!, announce a strategic partnership to build technology infrastructure and empower more Black girls to become leaders through access to culturally relevant programs, leadership development, and STEM skills. The goal of this alliance is to strengthen the transformative work of BLACK GIRLS ROCK! with the technology and scale of the Microsoft’s ecosystem.
BLACK GIRLS ROCK! has been dedicated to inspiring, elevating and celebrating Black women and girls since 2006 through content, advocacy and events which elevate women’s voices and engage Black girls in critical conversations. The organization is committed to mentoring, enriching, and educating the next generation of young women leaders by giving girls the tools needed to develop leadership skills, refine critical thinking, and increase civic engagement. This new collaboration with Microsoft will enable the brand to scale and launch new programs designed to affirm Black girls and cultivate their leadership potential.
Upcoming Events include:
* BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Book Club – LAUNCHING IN APRIL
* BLACK GIRLS ROCK 15-year Anniversary Fundraising Gala – JUNE
* BLACK GIRLS LEAD Leadership Conference – JULY