UCLA Women in Tech
University of California - Los Angeles
About UCLA Women in Tech
Based at the University of California - Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA, UCLA Women in Tech is a diverse student-led organization dedicated to fostering community and driving meaningful change for women working in technology. Since its founding in 2015, the organization has built a passionate community of campus technology staff, faculty, students, and external technology professionals united by a shared commitment to women's success in tech. The organization defines women in tech broadly—encompassing female engineers, designers, developers, technology leaders, advocates for responsible design, and innovators using technology to improve lives. At its core, UCLA Women in Tech believes in the power of community engagement and peer mentorship to transform the technology landscape. The organization prioritizes building authentic relationships and connections among women pursuing technology careers, recognizing that community support is essential for professional growth and workplace culture change. Through six interconnected focus areas—community engagement, pipeline growth, professional development, recruitment practices, responsible innovation, and workplace culture—UCLA Women in Tech creates a supportive ecosystem where women can thrive. The organization's impact extends beyond campus, partnering with external organizations to launch initiatives like bootcamp diversity improvements and leadership certification programs. UCLA Women in Tech represents more than just a student organization; it's a movement rooted in Los Angeles that actively works to reshape the technology industry by celebrating women's contributions, amplifying their voices, and building the supportive networks necessary for sustained success in technology careers.