Girls Code the World is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, believing all girls are entitled to dynamic female-led first-hand STEM learning experiences.

Our Values

  • Empowerment

    The biggest drop off for girls in STEM begins at age 13. Why? This time period in a woman’s life is instrumental in their development because it is the first time you are aware of your strengths/weaknesses, how you compare to your peers, societal barriers, and more. GCTW knows that our role is to target students before pivotal age gaps and empower them to approach that time with confidence.

  • Curiosity

    Growing up, we are taught that to be interested in STEM you have to become a doctor, a computer scientist who stares at a computer all day, or an engineer that builds bridges. But there is so much more to the world, to science and technology, and to your future. GCTW knows that our role is to make those opportunities feel attainable and to expand horizons at a young age.

  • Inclusivity

    Often, we only interact with girls and women for a short period of time at GCTW. We won’t be there every step of the way, like when you negotiate your first salary, fail your first exam, or are going on maternity leave for the first time. GCTW knows that our role is to build up your skills in seeking out mentors so that you can always find a support system, no matter where you are in life. And this means building up an appreciation for inclusive mentorship, diverse role models, and loving what makes you and others unique.

Our Mission

We strive to embed inclusion in all our programming and outreach efforts, from developing our curriculum to recruiting staff and volunteers. This approach demands having meaningful conversations and collaborations with our community to ensure that our organization and programming meet the moment in designing equitable education initiatives and girls' individual needs.

Within these safe GCTW spaces, girls confidently collaborate to innovate, create, and drive progress. We are acutely aware of how intentional and inclusive programming positively impacts confidence and academic achievement, empowering young girls to become agents of positive change.

Our organization recognizes that developing an inclusive environment is an ongoing effort. We are equally committed to strengthening our efforts and acknowledging where we are on the learning curve. As part of that process, we are working to improve and increase our representation in leadership and partnering relationships and ensure that our organization reflects the diverse communities we serve. We are also committed to professional development and equipping our team members with the necessary resources to ensure an equitable and inclusive working environment.

By doing so, the pathways to STEM opportunities, careers, and social impact multiply and widen.