Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15-October 15, we honor the achievements of the Hispanic and Latinx heritage that have changed the landscape in product and technology.
During this month, we celebrate the countless contributions of Hispanic and Latinx innovators in technology and product management. From creating cutting-edge software to designing life-changing products, Hispanic and Latinx professionals have made significant contributions to the tech industry. Through their diverse backgrounds, unique perspectives, and innovative ideas, they continue to shape the industry and leave their mark on the products and technologies we use every day.
Join us as we explore the countless achievements of Hispanic and Latinx professionals in this rapidly evolving industry, and learn more about the ways they are shaping our future. Let this month serve as a reminder of the importance of diversity in technology and product management, and of the vital role that Hispanic and Latinx professionals have in this ever-changing landscape.
Being in tech means working in an environment of disruption and innovation. For the Latinas in tech, we are the definition of that. Stick with it. We need you. Sometimes, it is a lonely road, but lean into your peers and mentors. They are the solution.
Important Facts About Hispanic Heritage Month
- The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson.
- It was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period.
- The holiday was enacted into law on August 17, 1988
Hispanic Americans are an integral part of our country’s history, culture and economy. They’ve helped build the United States into what it is today, from its earliest days as a colony to its modern-day role as a global leader in innovation, technology and commerce. One of the things we can do to help as product managers is to elevate
- A little bit of history. Read more about How the Chicano Movement Championed Mexican American Identity and Fought for Change
- Representation in tech for Latinx communities is an urgent matter. A 2020 study found while women comprise 28.8% of the U.S. tech workforce, Latinas hold a mere 2% of jobs in STEM. Learn more about Latinx Representation in Tech: Where Are We Now?
Join Latinas in Tech. The community provides resources, opportunities and community Latinas need to thrive, innovate and lead in tech. Their focus is on the opportunities that we, as individuals, can tackle in order to grow and take a seat at the decision-making table.
Join Latinas in tech
Join Latinas in Tech. The community provides resources, opportunities and community Latinas need to thrive, innovate and lead in tech. Their focus is on the opportunities that we, as individuals, can tackle in order to grow and take a seat at the decision-making table.