Girls Who Code BU
Boston University
About Girls Who Code BU
Based in Boston, MA, Girls Who Code BU represents a student-led movement dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology while building a more inclusive and diverse tech community. As a student organization at Boston University, the group welcomes everyone who shares a passion for technology and social change, believing that diverse perspectives and backgrounds strengthen organizational culture and innovation.
At its heart, Girls Who Code BU operates on three fundamental values: bravery, sisterhood, and activism. The organization defines bravery as resilience, persistence, and ambition—qualities it actively cultivates through peer support and professional development. The sisterhood pillar emphasizes genuine community and belonging, creating an environment where members from all backgrounds feel valued and supported in their tech journeys.
What sets Girls Who Code BU apart is its commitment to activism and systemic change. Rather than simply preparing members for traditional workforce entry, the organization focuses on developing future leaders who will reshape and improve the technology industry from within. This vision extends beyond the Boston University campus into the broader Boston community, where Girls Who Code BU actively works to provide technology education and career opportunities to youth populations that historically lack access to these resources. Through mentorship, skill-building, and community outreach, Girls Who Code BU transforms lives while building a more equitable and innovative future for technology.