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Training & uplifting communities of color through tech skill-building programs & career navigation support grounded in justice. #HacktheHood

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Oakland is carving out a unique place in the future of AI & technology, where innovation, equity & social justice are part of the same conversation.🤖🌳

Proud to represent Amalgamated Bank as a sponsor of #OaklandTechWeek Founders Day! ⚾️🔥

As a values-aligned bank, we’re proud to support the organizations, ideas and ecosystems shaping a more equitable innovation economy.

Responsible technology, rooted in community. That feels distinctly Oakland.

@mayorbarbaralee
@libbyschaaf

#OaklandTechWeek #ResponsibleAI #TechForGood BankOnImpact

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OAKLAND is taking CENTER STAGE for NATIONAL DIGITAL INCLUSION WEEK!

As the nation marks National Digital Inclusion Week and National Digital Inclusion Month, Tech Exchange is bringing that conversation home to City of Oakland on OCTOBER 9 for Tech Exchange’s Third Annual Connected Futures: Digital Inclusion Awards.

This will be more than an awards celebration. It’s a gathering of people who care deeply about who gets access to technology, who gets to benefit from it, and who gets to shape what comes next.

Honoring Sustainability Champion SEMI, Bia H. Justin J. Harris Community Change Champion Hack the Hood & Samia Zuber, and Advocacy Champion California Emerging Technology Fund & Sunne Wright McPeak as this year’s Digital Inclusion Champions .

A timely conversation on AI, emerging technology, broadband, opportunity, and community resilience featuring Assemblymembers Ana Marie Ávila Farías and Matt Haney, Arturo Juarez, and moderated by Kennan Scott

LIVE Musical Performance by Bay Area icon LaRussell and Top Chefs Band

The unveiling of Tech Exchange’s new Access • Opportunity • Resilience strategic framework. And most importantly, Your presence and support to help make the work possible all year long; expanding access to technology and connectivity, building digital skills, creating workforce pathways, and helping communities navigate what comes next.

We’re 4 DAYS AWAY. JOIN US OCTOBER 9 in Downtown Oakland!

CELEBRATE THE CHAMPIONS. EXPERIENCE THE MOMENT. HELP BUILD WHAT COMES NEXT!

Link in Bio for Tickets!

#digital #inclusion #awards #techexchange #oakland

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Oakland Tech Week 2026 🔥
@oaklandtechweek #OTW

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One of my favorite events during this Oakland Tech Week bc it was focused around the youth. Hack The Hood, Bridge To AI, The East Oakland Youth Development Center, Kingmakers Oakland and Linked Futures came with some power information and the youth really kept it a BUCK about how they have benefited from AI but also made it clear that it’s a tool to assist not to do everything for you…

The next level!!!

Bonus, I’m sooooo mad bc I had a dope ass clip of everyone sayin hello to the camera but it aint save 😭😭😭😭💔 Ì was crushedddd 😕🤣
#youth #tech #oakland #oaklandtech #fypシ❤️💞❤️

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WE'RE SO EXCITED!!!

This week we are getting prepared for our RoboRoots: Robotics and Physical AI event taking place on Saturday, September 26th, 2026. A full day of AI and Robotics competitions, hackathons, demos and more.

This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC so spread the word far and wide!

Also, check out the awesome website developed for the event to check out more details!

This event is a collaboration between the African American Art and Culture Complex, Wonderful ToGo Inc., IIElevenLabs and K Robotics.

Programming at the AAACC is made possible by the San Francisco Arts Commission.

Website: https://zurl.co/iGQfw

Eventbrite: https://zurl.co/e6Awh

#roboroots #ai #robotics #hackathon

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Catering for #hackthehood in Oakland. Such an amazing organization.

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The epic lineup for Oakland Tech Week 2026 is officially locked in! 🔥

We’re bringing together the builders, innovators, and leaders who are re-defining what technology, culture, and community look like when they power each other. From AI-driven solutions and youth-empowerment programs to sustainable innovation and civic tech, our speakers are dropping real keys on how we build for the future together.

🗓 Sept 27 – Oct 03 | Oakland, CA

Check out oaklandtechweek.com to learn more! (🔗 in bio)

The official OTW ‘26 Calendar goes live to the public on September 1st.

🎥: @slvtrfilms 🔥

#OaklandTechWeek #OTW26 #CultureCodeCommunity #OaklandTech #InnovationInOakland

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Oakstop was full of East Bay nonprofit leaders this spring for OpenAI Academy’s AI Foundations for East Bay Nonprofits, co-hosted with @openai and @techsoup. A few hours, hands on the tools: grant writing, content, custom GPTs, everyday operations.

We’re keeping it going with a full house this Friday, July 31st!

Oakstop is partnering with @causevox, @teamwinspire and TechSoup for the Bay Area Nonprofit Breakfast Club. Coffee, breakfast, real conversation about what’s working with AI in nonprofits right now, and demonstrations of new tools by local entrepreneurs that can benefit nonprofits.

This is what Oakstop is for. When the tools shaping the next decade come to Oakland, they should land in a space owned by and accountable to our community.

Link in bio for invite and more info.

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What a day. On June 27, more than 20,000 people filled Lake Merritt for the 7th annual LakeFest Oakland, and our young people led Genius City, a hands-on technology space built for the whole community. Families piloted robots, made music, built with AI, competed in youth-made games, and took on real design challenges, all guided by Geniuses who learned this work and are now teaching it.

We design our programs with Black youth at the center, and the whole community benefits. Saturday was proof: kids of every background creating side by side.

Thank you to our sponsors, our partner organizations, and the @lakefestoakland team for trusting us to bring Genius City to life. This one was for the people, by the people.

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This month marked several exciting firsts for SFA:

Our first internship collaboration with Hack the Hood @hackthehood
Our first internship collaboration with True Pine Construction @truepineconstruction
Our first orientation for the 2026 Scholarship Cohort

At SFA, we believe in listening to our young men and responding with action. Through conversations with our participants, one message has been clear: they want more hands-on opportunities to explore careers, build skills, and gain real-world experience.

In partnership with organizations that share our commitment to youth development, we are expanding opportunities beyond the classroom. While scholarships remain a critical part of our work, SFA is equally committed to workforce development, career exposure, paid internships, and creating pathways to economic mobility.

These milestones represent more than new programs; they reflect our commitment to ensuring that young men have access to the experiences, networks, and opportunities needed to thrive in college, careers, and life.

Thank you to our partners, staff, and supporters who continue to help us turn student voice into meaningful action.

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Got to meet ~55 of my Beginner #Python students yesterday at the official HtH orientation! Looking forward to a productive summer with these young learners! #HackTheHood

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Calling All Youth-Based Vendors and Parents! Join us for our Parent–Youth Resource Summit 🎉

Looking for support, opportunities, and connections for your children? This is your one-stop space to explore resources for youth and parents in our community.

✨ What to expect:
• Education & academic support
• Mental health & wellness resources
• Job training & career pathways
• Mentorship & youth programs
• Family support services
• Health, housing, and more

Come meet local organizations, ask questions, and discover programs designed to help youth thrive.

📍 CoBiz Richmond
📅 May 17th
⏰ 1pm - 5pm

Free & open to all families!

#YouthResources #FamilySupport #CommunityStrong #ParentYouthSummit

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