Since its inception, NCWIT has developed and disseminated digital and print resources and tools grounded in research to raise awareness, increase knowledge, and help individuals and organizations challenge the status quo and build equity. Each August, we share the newest resources to help drive innovation and inclusive change within the tech ecosystem - and to make it accessible for you to effect change, too!
As NCWIT continues its work and expansion as the farthest-reaching network of change-leaders focused on advancing equity in computing, there were several new additions to the NCWIT world this last year. Launched at the top of this year, the NCWIT Media Hub is a one-stop-shop for research-based insights, multimedia, and more, supported by Wells Fargo! Endless resources are at your keyboard fingertips by selecting from the following topics: Discussions and Insights; Explore Your Future in Tech; Inspiration and Community; and Research and Strategies in videos, blogs, podcasts and events.

You can tune into this SWE Diverse Podcast episode, featuring Melissa Marshall, TED speaker, as she imparts concrete tips for scientists and engineers to effectively convey their work to non-technical folks. Don't miss out on her unique perspective on the use of visual aids, the power of confidence, and the influence of AI on future STEM communication.

This Resource Month, NCWIT is delighted to introduce the newest addition to their K-12 programming: TeachEngineering — which provides a digital library with 1800+ STEM lessons and hands-on activities that educators can use for free! University engineering faculty, graduate students and K-12 teachers across the nation developed and classroom tested the contents of the TeachEngineering collection, which is built on equity. The collection promotes "engineering on a shoestring budget" and features hands-on activities that use easily accessible, low-cost materials. TeachEngineering focuses on creating a more inclusive classroom and leveling the playing field across the socioeconomic spectrum by allowing ALL students to tap into their unique backgrounds and experiences in a meaningful way that informs design decisions.

NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) offers four distinct awards that honor aspirations, abilities, technical accomplishments, and influential guidance. The AiC High School Award honors 9th-12th grade women, genderqueer, and non-binary students for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and future plans. Since 2007, more than 25,000 students have received an AiC Award. The AiC Educator Award identifies exemplary formal and informal educators who play a pivotal role in encouraging 9th-12th grade women, genderqueer, and non-binary students to explore their interests in computing and technology. The award recognizes these educators for their efforts to promote gender equity in computing. Since 2011, more than 500 educators have been recognized and have received more than $225,000 in professional development funding to improve their computing education skills.

NCWIT is proud to celebrate Natalie Anderson, NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Community Membership and Online Operations Specialist! Since 2021, Natalie has been supporting and encouraging the persistence of women, genderqueer and non-binary students in tech! Natalie was born with a balance disability called Benign Central Hypotonia, and she walked with a walker until first grade. She attended multiple therapies a week to get to where she is today, and lives by her motto: "If you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything." Natalie is passionate about inclusivity, accessibility, + diversity, and is a strong advocate for people of all abilities. She joined NCWIT as an #AiCcommunity Coordinator to support the nationwide network of more than 25,000 aspiring technologists and now leads the Campus Reps. Beyond her work with #NCWITAiC, Natalie is also a life skills coach, bringing adults with disabilities out into the community to work on furthering their independence while also providing companionship. In addition, she's also a soccer coach for kids and adults with disabilities. She enjoys serving her local community and has worked with many nonprofits, including Special Olympics, respite programs, and therapeutic riding farms. In her free time, Natalie enjoys spending time with her church group, being with her horse and in the outdoors, and cooking. NCWIT is grateful to have Natalie on their team, and appreciate all the work she does to assist members of the AiC Community as they pursue their aspirations in computing.

Black women represent less than 7% of doctoral candidates in science and engineering, and less than 9% of the STEM workforce. We can do better. The AAMC Black Women in Scientific Research (BWiSR) project amplifies the voices and experiences of Black women researchers in academic medicine, with the understanding that when Black women are the authors of their own narratives, it provides essential perspectives beyond what quantitative data can reveal. Using intersectionality as a framework, the AAMC BWiSR project highlights biomedical researchers representing the career spectrum - early-career pioneers, mid-career leaders, and established experts. These researchers offer their perspectives on the challenges and triumphs encountered throughout their research journeys, challenging prevailing narratives, giving visibility to current Black women in research, increasing awareness of disparities and challenges facing this group, empowering and encouraging future researchers, and amplifying the value of representation.

Women have played a pivotal role in shaping our modern world through their groundbreaking inventions. Despite often facing barriers to recognition and patenting, these trailblazing women have introduced innovations that have transformed daily life. From practical items to life-saving technology, here are 20 incredible inventions by women that you might not know about.

Being a part of the field sampling squad means Breeann Ortega-Roberts gets to be on the front lines of science, sort of an Indiana Jones that researches the environment. She enjoys being part of the scientific community that is actively working to monitor the ecological dynamics of our biomes.

Join the 30th Annual WITI Summit, Prompt'24, where they unravel technological mystery with cutting-edge discussions and visionary perspectives. AI and digital advancements are reshaping society, business, and individual lives. Their summit is not only an event, it's a journey toward understanding and leveraging the transformative power of AI. Bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and influencers, Prompt'24 is a collaborative environment for trust-building and influential networking. Their commitment is to highlight the pathways of technological change while emphasizing ethical considerations and strategic innovations.

International Women in Engineering Day was here, and it was time to both celebrate progress and address the ongoing difficulties faced by women in STEM fields. While there have been strides made towards gender parity in STEM, women still make up less than a third of the global workforce in tech-related fields. This day, along with every day of the year, is an important reminder that uplifting women in STEM and cultivating inclusive environments requires a collective effort. 10 Women In Engineering share what the day means to them and their hopes for the future.