2018 Code2040 Summit

THE WOKEN WORD Our country is struggling. In recent years, there has been an alarming increase in racist and discriminatory rhetoric and violence. Black and Latinx communities are marginalized by exclusionary systems that were not designed or built with our diverse communities in mind.  Meanwhile our industry---full of companies pioneering new technology and tackling some of the world’s most difficult problems---struggles with inequity within its halls. Indeed, in a space where people shape the future and redefine what is possible, we see rampant injustice, limiting Black and Latinx people’s access to careers, the ability to create transformative products, and the opportunity to build wealth in the innovation economy.The answer to this injustice lies in all of us. More than ever, Code2040’s mission for racial equity in the innovation economy requires the mobilization of a community of Black and Latinx technologists and their allies and accomplices. This is difficult, exhausting work. It requires us all to unpack systemic and personal biases, build empathy, educate ourselves, advocate, and take action. Fortunately, you aren’t alone. Whether you are a college student breaking into computer science or the head of diversity and inclusion at a major tech company, we want to empower you to find and build your voice and we want to help you make your voice heard.Join us for the Code2040 Summit on Friday, July 27th and Saturday, July 28th for two days of deep, enlightening programming that will equip you to play an active role in this mission. We want to build a future that is more equitable, inclusive, and prosperous for Black and Latinx communities and that work starts with you!We hope you can join us for both days. Each day will consist of distinguished speakers and panels, as well as three rounds of breakout sessions. Content for breakout sessions will be the same on both days so that attendees can attend more than one session per round.Finalized schedule and speakers still to come, but check out what sessions have been planned so far!


DAY 1Friday, July 27th9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Dogpatch Studios991 Tennessee StreetSan Francisco, CA 94107Breakfast and Lunch will be served.

Woken Word Performance
Keynote Panel: Know Yourself: The Requisite of Racial Equity Work

Breakout Sessions:

Allies & Accomplices for Racial Equity & Inclusion: A Teaser
Embracing the Change Agent Within
Who Does Patriarchy Harm: Unpacking Toxic Masculinities
We Look Monsters in the Eye: A Mental Health Primer
Calling on Racial Equity Warriors to Lead Tech Movements
GM & Cruise: The Human Behind our Robot Cars

OPENING RECEPTION (included with Day 1 ticket sale)Friday, July 27th6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.Quid HQ600 Harrison Street, 4th FloorSan Francisco, CA 94107Heavy appetizers and drinks will be served.

DAY 2Saturday, July 28th9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Dogpatch Studios991 Tennessee StreetSan Francisco, CA 94107Breakfast and Lunch will be served.

Woken Word Performance
Keynote Panel: Step Up Your Allyship Game
Code2040 Fireside Chat

Breakout Sessions:

Allies & Accomplices for Racial Equity & Inclusion: A Teaser
Embracing the Change Agent Within
Who Does Patriarchy Harm: Unpacking Toxic Masculinities
We Look Monsters in the Eye: A Mental Health Primer
Calling on Racial Equity Warriors to Lead Tech Movements
GM & Cruise: The Human Behind our Robot Cars

KICK IT hosted by NikeSaturday, July 28th6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.Terra Gallery511 Harrison StreetSan Francisco, CA 94105Heavy appetizers and drinks will be served.