41. Building a Diverse Tech Future: A Conversation with Pariss Chandler
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In this episode of Barely Legal in Web3, host Jamilia Grier sits down with Pariss Chandler, creator of the viral hashtag Black Tech Twitter and founder of Black Tech Pipeline. Pariss shares her inspiring journey from working in service jobs to becoming a software engineer in predominantly white tech environments. They discuss the significance of Black Tech Twitter in mobilizing a global community of Black technologists, the challenges and successes of DEI initiatives in the tech industry, and the potential of Web3 and AI to create more inclusive spaces. Pariss also offers valuable insights on the importance of community support, representation, and the need to educate and empower the next generation of Black technologists. Tune in to learn about the transformative power of diversity in tech and how you can be part of the change.
You can connect with Pariss on Twitter here, or find more info about Black Tech Pipeline here.
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