June 2022

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Every one of us has, at some point, felt like a fraud. This is especially true in tech and for women. We are surrounded by brilliant, technical people, and our livelihoods depend on our ability to learn complex systems, APIs, and architectures. Managing all of this pressure is daunting and can leave us feeling isolated. This talk will give you an inside look into what success looks like from someone who also deals with imposter syndrome. You’ll hear inspiring stories and coping mechanisms, and have the chance to ask questions live during the session. Session led by Stephanie Wong, Developer Advocate at Google.

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Tech Equity Collective

Tech Equity Collective is an initiative, started by Google, to accelerate Black representation and genius in the tech industry. Tech Equity Collective partners with the Black community, other tech companies, and organizations to create holistic pathways for Black tech innovators.

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Google for Startups

Black Founders

Applications for the third Google for Startups Accelerator: Black Founders and Women Founders cohorts are now open! Applications will remain open for black-led and women-led technology startups based in North America until July 28, 2022, with the programs commencing in September. To apply, please see both the Women Founders and Black Founders GFS websites.

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Women Founders

Continuously improving communication skills is crucial for all leaders and is a foundational element for communicating your value, growing relationships and building a startup. Google for Startups Women Founders will be hosting a Public Speaking Workshop, with coach and investor Jill Murphy, on Thursday July 21st from 9am - 10:30am PST.

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Google Play’s Indie Games Accelerator & Festival

At Google Play, we are committed to helping developers of all sizes reach their full potential, and go further, faster. To continue supporting indies as they bring some of the most innovative titles to players worldwide, today we’re opening submissions to the 2022 edition of our two annual programs - the Indie Games Accelerator and Festival.

Submissions for both Indie Games programs are open until July 1st, 2022 by 1pm CET.

For more updates about Google Play’s programs, resources and tools for indie game developers, follow @GooglePlayBiz on Twitter & Google Play business community on LinkedIn.

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Grow your skills with Coding Practice with Kick Start!

If you’re new to coding competitions and not sure where to start, then join us for Coding Practice with Kick Start! Offering developers of all skills the chance to practice competitive programming problems on your own time without the pressure of a scoreboard or timed round. These practice sessions are not official Kick Start rounds, but are a great way for you to hone your coding skills, connect with a global community, prepare for an interview, and most importantly have fun!

There are TWO more Coding Practice with Kick Start sessions this year:

Coding Practice Session #2: June 27, 2022 (16:00 UTC) - July 1, 2022 (3:00 UTC)
Coding Practice Session #3: August 29, 2022 (16:00 UTC) - September 2, 2022 (3:00 UTC)

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Crowdsource Application

Celebrate your native languages by donating images of handwritten text to Crowdsource!

We would love to celebrate by contributing images of text, handwritten in your native language that will directly improve Optical Character Recognition (OCR) models that power products like Google Lens.

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Google Scholarship Opportunity

Grace Hopper Celebration Application

To help break down the barriers that prevent underrepresented groups from attending career advancement opportunity, we're excited to offer scholarships to attend conferences such as the Grace Hopper Celebration. Applications close July 5th. For conferences in North America, interested students & industry professionals can apply for a scholarship that covers travel, accommodation, and registration. Head over to our site to learn more, apply, and share with others

Google Cloud and Soul Academy Partner

"I don't have an occupation.. I think now is the time for me to get back. That's when I saw the Soul Academy Opportunity in partnership with Google Cloud.. and six months later I was invited to part of the Soul Academy team but this time on the other side. That's when the world... you know when the world gets colorful?"

- Patricia

Check out the video here.

Pride in Belonging

June is one of the most important months of the year. It’s a month full of revindication, power, and love. Did you guess it? Of course, it’s LGTB+ Pride Month! This year, we’re supporting LGBTQ+ communities with commitments to help fund and celebrate inclusive spaces that foster belonging for all.

“I think warmth is the most important feature we offer. Just having people come in and feel like they’re meant to be there.”

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