Geeking Out Kids of Color
Geeking Out Kids of Color offers project-based tech curricula informed by anti-racism, anti-sexism, and multiculturalism, aiming to empower youth with digital literacy and problem-solving skills. Founded in 2016 in Seattle, the organization serves over 500 kids across four school districts and provides after-school and summer programs throughout the greater Seattle area.
Services
Geeking Out Kids of Color provides a variety of tech-focused educational services. These include after-school and summer programs designed to empower youth with digital literacy and problem-solving skills. The curriculum integrates computer science and robotics with gender and racial equality. They offer technical workshops in multiple languages such as Spanish, Amharic, and Somali. Additionally, the organization offers diversity and equity consulting and workshops, partnering with schools and community organizations. Key programs include Collective Youth, which helps BIPOC youth pursue tech careers through a social justice lens.
History
Geeking Out Kids of Color was founded in 2016 in Seattle. Since its inception, the organization has served over 500 kids and developed 16 different curriculum designs. The programs are offered throughout the greater Seattle area, including SeaTac, Vashon Island, White Center/Burien, and the Central District. Geeking Out Kids of Color focuses on closing the digital literacy gap through intersectional STEM education, and it has expanded its reach to 180 students in Seattle and South King County.
Programs
Geeking Out Kids of Color offers various programs tailored to youth of different age groups, from elementary (3rd grade and up) to college students. Their programs include after-school and summer sessions, both in-person in various Seattle-area locations and virtually across Washington. The organization has launched Collective Youth to empower BIPOC youth to pursue tech careers through internships and a social justice lens. They also emphasize social-emotional learning and current events with curricula that teach HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Community Partnerships
Geeking Out Kids of Color partners with schools and community-based organizations to foster the positive growth and academic success of young people. The organization serves four school districts and collaborates with institutions like Washington Middle School and Chief Sealth International High School. These partnerships help create supportive environments for students, allowing them to succeed academically and become leaders of change in their communities.