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Leadership Development

Fellows Program

Application will reopen in 2027!

Cultivating Leaders in Computing & Tech

The blackcomputeHER Fellows Program is a cohort-based, leadership development program designed to cultivate Black women leaders in computing+tech.

This 12-month intensive development journey begins at the annual blackcomputeHER conference (April 4-6, 2025, in Atlanta), setting the stage for a transformative year of growth, networking, and technical excellence.

Black women technologists collaborating in a high-tech innovation lab

Is this for you?

We are looking for individuals ready to accelerate their technical trajectory.

Cutting-Edge Tech

Engagement with advanced topics including Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and scalable systems architecture.

Targeted Mentorship

Direct access to executive coaching and strategic mentorship from established Black women leaders in the industry.

Tangible Resources

Actionable career development resources, tactical frameworks for negotiation, and personal brand building.

Eligibility

  • Demographic

    Black women in computing and tech fields.

  • Career Stage

    Advanced studies (2nd year grad+) or early career (first 5 years in industry).

  • Commitment

    Ability to dedicate 2-4 hours monthly to program activities.

Benefits

  • Network Access

    Intimate, exclusive access to leading technologists and industry executives.

  • Leadership Growth

    Structured frameworks for technical leadership and systemic impact.

  • Trailblazing

    Opportunities to shape the curriculum and mentor future cohorts.

Application is now CLOSED

Application Cycle Overview

Opens

Feb 1st

Closes

March 1st

Notifications

March 17th

Our Partners & Sponsors

Supported by organizations committed to systemic change and inclusive innovation.

HP
Intel
Luce Foundation
CZI
NSF
For more information about sponsorship, please contact us!