AFFINITY GROUPS

Find your community

Choose the space where you can be authentically you while advancing your tech career.

Black Wings

Join a vibrant community of Black women in tech building successful careers through mentorship, professional development, and authentic connection.

LATINAS DE RTC

Connect with Latina technologists who understand your journey. Get support, share your culture, and advance your career alongside women who celebrate your identity.

TECH NATIVES

Build community with Indigenous and First Nations women in tech. Share experiences, find mentorship and support, and grow your career in a welcoming, safe space among other Native women.

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Our identity-affirming groups offer culturally vibrant spaces for mentorship, tailored support, and deep belonging that celebrate the unique perspectives you bring to tech.

Build authentic connections

Join a community where you can be fully yourself. Share experiences with women who understand both your cultural identity and your technical aspirations. Get support from peers and mentors who’ve navigated similar paths in tech.

Advance your technical career

Get mentorship from technical leaders who share your background and understand your unique challenges and strengths. Join skill-building workshops focused on high-demand areas like AI, cyber, and emerging tech. Receive career guidance that helps you navigate both technical growth and workplace dynamics.

Lead and inspire

Shape the future of tech by taking on community leadership roles and mentoring other women. Create programs and initiatives that matter to you and your community. Build relationships across companies that strengthen both your career and your cultural connections.

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Join the community

One of the most significant aspects of RTC for me was my involvement in the Black Wings Events Committee, where I had the privilege to plan and organize community events specifically tailored to support people of color in RTC. Collaborating with like-minded individuals to create a welcoming and inclusive space for underrepresented individuals was both rewarding and inspiring. These events fostered a sense of belonging, provided mentorship opportunities, and allowed us to share experiences, challenges, and triumphs unique to our community.

Onosen A. Black Wings Member

I’ve met some of my absolute favorite people through RTC! As a Latina in STEM, it’s rare to see myself reflected in the workforce, but RTC has given me a community that truly inspires and uplifts me. Representation matters, and having friends who understand your journey makes all the difference. To me, success means thriving in tech while staying true to who I am—and RTC makes that possible!

Katherin S. Latinas de RTC member

Through RTC and Tech Natives, I’ve had the amazing opportunity to travel to conferences, meet potential employers, and expand my network. It’s been amazing to have a platform and space to speak on issues I’m passionate about and continue connecting with other Indigenous women in tech.

Kyra K. Tech Natives members

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SLACK COMMUNITY

Support when you need it

Affinity groups have dedicated Slack channels where members share technical tips, career opportunities, and cultural wins. Whether you’re debugging code or swapping stories about natural hair, accents, and identity, your community shows up with practical advice and a heartfelt, “I see you, sis.”

HERITAGE CELEBRATIONS

Celebrate your heritage, advance your career

RTC honors culture all year long. Through workshops, panels, and networking events that blend tech with tradition, you’ll gain insight, inspiration, and community while celebrating every part of who you are.

VIRTUAL TEA

Real talk about what matters

Gather each month with peers and mentors who understand both your tech goals and lived experience. These virtual sessions mix career-building support with honest conversations about navigating tech as Black, Latina, and Native women.

InclYOUsion

Where identity meets innovation, every time we gather

InclYOUsion lives across all our events. It’s woven into workshops, panels, and programs that blend technical growth with cultural connection. Rather than treating representation as a one-time spotlight, InclYOUsion is our default setting: the rhythm behind every space we create. It ensures identity, insight, and innovation show up wherever we do.

teamRTC PORTAL

Everything in one place

Access your personalized dashboard with events, resources, and opportunities tailored to your interests and career goals.

TECH HUBS

Turn online friends into IRL ones

Meet women from your university and nearby schools who understand your specific campus experience.

STUDY GROUPS

Conquer tough classes together

Find partners for those notorious CS courses and learn from experienced students who’ve already survived what you’re facing.

LEADERSHIP ROLES

Build skills beyond coding

Shape your community’s future by leading initiatives that matter to you. Host technical workshops, mentor other members, or create new programs.

RESOURCE CENTER

Tools and guides when you need them most

Access our library of resources created specifically for women in tech, from interview prep guides to salary negotiation scripts written by women who’ve been where you are.

Discover the resource center

RTC members at the Black Wings UKI launch

GLOBAL STUDENT COMMUNITY

Your tech network spans continents

Join a truly international community with 2,000+ Canadian students and 800+ UK&I university students alongside your US peers. Build connections that could lead to global opportunities or simply gain perspective on tech education around the world.

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Join 10,000+ women building their tech careers together

Don’t face another semester feeling isolated in your tech program. Our community is adding 100+ new members every week; women who are ready to connect, collaborate, and create the future of tech together.

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FAQ

Who can join these communities?

Each racially-affirming group centers the voice and lived experience of Black Wings, which is for Black women in tech, Latinas de RTC, which is for Latina/Hispanic women in tech, and Tech Natives, which is for Native American and Indigenous women in tech.

How much time do I need to commit?

You control your engagement level. Our Slack channels are active daily, but members participate when it works for them, whether that’s joining monthly virtual check-ins, attending local meetups, or connecting during culturally-focused events.

What kind of support will I receive?

Each community provides technical mentorship, career guidance, and cultural celebration. You’ll connect with peers and mentors who share both your technical interests and lived experience, whether you’re exploring AI, cybersecurity, or other emerging technologies.

How do racially-affirming groups complement RTC membership?

While RTC connects you with the broader community of women in tech, racially-affirming groups provide focused support from members who share your cultural background. You’ll get all the benefits of RTC plus programming specifically designed for your cultural needs and experiences.

Do I need to be in a specific location?

No. While we host in-person gatherings in major tech hubs, most of our programming is virtual and accessible from anywhere. You’ll connect with members globally through virtual workshops, monthly events, and our active Slack communities.

What if I’m just starting my tech journey?

Perfect timing! Many members join early in their tech careers. You’ll find peers at similar stages and mentors who remember what it’s like to be new to tech. Our communities support members at all experience levels.

Is there an additional cost?

No. Culturally-affirming group membership is included with your free RTC membership.

How do I get started?

Login to your teamRTC portal and choose the community that resonates with your identity. Once verified, you’ll get immediate access to your community’s Slack channels, events, and resources.

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