Inside Out in Tech: The Untold Story of Empowering LGBTQ+ Voices in the Digital World
Ever wonder what happens when tech geeks and LGBTQ+ advocates join forces in a marathon coding sprint? Well, that’s exactly what went down recently at Automattic’s New York office — parents of WordPress.com teamed up with Out in Tech, the globe’s biggest community of LGBTQ+ tech trailblazers, to give back in a seriously impactful way. Since 2017, we’ve been championing over 250 nonprofit websites that help lift LGBTQ+ voices worldwide, but this Digital Corps Hackathon took it to a whole new level. Picture a bustling room full of designers, strategists, and storytellers feverishly piecing together a multilingual site for a youth advocacy group in West Africa — like a high-stakes group project, only way more meaningful. It’s one part camaraderie, two parts mission-driven chaos, all wrapped up in a celebration of skill-sharing and impact. Curious how a day of intense collaboration turns into lifelong friendships and a digital boost for crucial voices? Dive into the behind-the-scenes magic. LEARN MOREWordPress.com’s parent company, Automattic, has partnered with Out in Tech, the world’s largest community of LGBTQ+ tech leaders and professionals, since 2017. We’re proud to have helped build over 250 websites for nonprofit organizations that support and advocate for LGBTQ+ communities worldwide.
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