In October 2020, the G|Code team launched the second cohort of Intro to G|Code, a 10 week program designed for young female and non binary folks of color to uncover interest and aptitude in tech within a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment. The Intro to G|Code Change Makers have shown us their grit, scrappiness, and creativity, as well as their commitment to community and personal growth. We are beyond proud of our Change Makers who will graduate in just a few days, and are thrilled to celebrate their achievements and share some of their stories.
Today, we celebrate Nyjah (Two) Stewart-Poole! Nyjah calls Roxbury home and we have loved her curiosity and infectious positive energy. Read more about her journey below.
Why did you join G|Code?
I took a once in a life-time chance to experience a new journey toward building my career in the real word.
What is a favorite moment or memory from G|Code?
There is never a chance to be left behind, or even fall off-track. My favorite moments is the abundance of support given by the entire group. If I ever missed a session, ‘my girls’ would instinctively check-in.
What have you learned about yourself or about coding? How has participating in G|Code impacted how you see yourself and/or your future?
GCode has given me the fundamental tools for starting my career. I was a lost college graduate, who needed structure. This program has provided tools for which I can confidently step forward into the phase I once wasn’t sure about.
G|Code is a visionary non-profit striving to empower Boston’s young women of color by providing them with housing, technical training, leadership development, internship placements, and a resilient and compassionate community to learn from and grow alongside. Many thanks to Bridgette Wallace, Rizel Bobb-Semple, Bailey Siber, and the rest of the G|Code team and volunteers for making the Intro to G|Code program a success!
