The Civic Tech Collective

09/06/2023

The Civic Tech Collective was a labor of love; one that taught me valuable lessons in growing and sustaining a business. Thank you to everyone who supported me along the bumpy road of entrepreneurship. Visit civictechcollective.com to read more and stay in touch!
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Sincerely,
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Monique Wingard

I will no longer be monitoring this inbox or others associated with .

If you have been awaiting a reply, please email [email protected]. 🖤

12/12/2022

10/09/2021

Join Cathy Hughes School of Communications for a discussion on social media and race-based disinformation in 2020 and beyond!

📅 Sep. 30 - Oct. 1
📍 Online
🔗 https://bit.ly/3BVY7us

From COVID-19 to the ballot box: Social media and race-based disinformation in 2020 and beyond

24/08/2021

Since launch, eight Apple employees have shared their stories through the website. Have you seen this Code Burnout?

The effort launched August 23rd with a website and Twitter account.

19/08/2021

We Build Black is hosting a virtual conference on August 23-29, 2021. Women from all over the world will join together for Mavens I/O, to inspire one another in their passion for advanced technology. You can register now at https://www.mavens-io.com for the invitation and more details.

18/05/2021

The Wearable Tech Ventures workshop series kicks off Wednesday, May 19th! Join to learn more about and prepare for the Global Wearables Hackathon! Open to everyone–business leaders, investors, founders, and students. bit.ly/3wlKBhf

02/03/2021

Coded Bias follows a M.I.T. Media Lab computer scientist, data scientists, mathematicians, and watchdog groups as they fight to expose the discrimination within facial recognition algorithms now prevalent across all spheres of daily life.

Exposing prejudices and threats to civil liberty in facial recognition algorithms and A.I.

02/03/2021

Yes. is here! But we all know —specifically —make history every single day. 🖤🤍

26/02/2021

One of our favorite women in is up to something MAJOR! Check it out:

is proud to welcome two stellar leaders in Black women's health for : The State of the Black Uterus! , founder of and , founder of . ⠀
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The mission to empower and encourage women to be the first-responders of their health is personal for FoundHer, . ⠀
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Find out why on February 28, 2021 and by visiting buperiod.com to secure your seat at the inaugural event for all who menstruate! ⠀
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Use code: CIVICTECHCO30 to receive 30% off on your ticket. 🎫

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24/02/2021

"It just never occurred to me that I, a young Black female, could buy a building in downtown Jackson, Mississippi." - Nashlie Sephus https://bit.ly/3sn9zdQ

23/02/2021

Intro to Digital Inclusivity: Join for training on how to make websites that are inclusive for people with disabilities, Thursday, March 4, 2021, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM EST: https://bit.ly/3kdgT92

22/02/2021

Join the Algorithmic Justice League in the movement towards equitable and accountable AI. https://bit.ly/3kdV5u7

Artificial intelligence can amplify racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination. We deserve more accountable and equitable AI.

13/02/2021

Can help bridge the menstrual health equity gap? ⠀
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📲 TODAY! SATURDAY, FEB. 13⠀⠀
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📲 ON CLUBHOUSE⠀⠀
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We are continuing our discussion on the equity gap and giving you the 411 on what's in store for you during : The State of the Black Uterus on February 28, 2021! ⠀
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This immersive and invaluable experience is designed to reflect the light at the end of the tunnel of opportunity to become solution-based about our bodies. ⠀⠀
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Log in to Clubhouse now to set a reminder to join us for this empowering discussion with foundHer,

13/02/2021

As the pandemic continues to reveal the economic opportunity gaps that exist for Black women, is partnering with , , and four Black sororities (, , , & ) to provide digital skills training to 100,000 Black women across the U.S. ⠀
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Learn more about ’s Black Women Lead initiative at the link in ’s bio.

05/02/2021

Vanessa Siverls is on a mission to democratize Black health and she's starting with empowering women and all who menstruate. Join her for the 8th installment of a discussion answering the question: "Can tech help bridge the menstrual health equity gap?"

On the agenda Saturday: “What your mom did not tell you about your Black uterus.” Period. See you at 1PM CST/2PM EST on ! 🩸

📅 SAVE THE DATE: February 28, 2021–Menstrualtopia: The State of the Black Uterus.

03/02/2021

Knowing that one out of three Black little girls will be told "You have fibroids," gives me hope that I can be someone who guides them through the challenges that come with that. - Vanessa Siverls, Founder of BUPeriod https://buff.ly/3oJ4Jpl

03/02/2021

Meet the Founder: Vanessa Siverls, Founder of 🩸⠀
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"I see the gap in menstrual health as an opportunity to fill it." Visit the blog at civictechcollective.com to learn more about and what motivates her to continue the fight to democratize Black health and empower all who menstruate. ⠀
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02/02/2021

Meet Vanessa Siverls!

of BU Period, a lifestyle brand that will empower women to better understand, manage, and communicate their menstrual health. Visit us on Instagram every day this week to learn more about Vanessa and why she is on a mission to democratize Black health! instagram.com/civictechco 💜