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WP Engine strives to be a place where employees can bring their full selves to work. That can mean a lot of things to a lot of different people. For some, it means the flexibility to work from home when they need to care for their kids or when they\u2019re having a tough mental health day. For others, it means the ability to discuss personal struggles with others who share those experiences in a safe space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the spaces we\u2019ve created for our employees is Hue<\/a>, our Employee Resource Group<\/a> centering around the needs of the LGBTQIA+ community. Employee Resource Groups, or ERGs, are intended to be communities where individuals with similar life experiences and those who support them can share resources, give advice, and provide advocacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Right now, WP Engine has eight unique ERGs, and this month, Hue is taking center stage with a slate of programming surrounding Pride Month<\/a>. In addition to those activities\u2014which include panel discussions, a talent show, and fundraising for ILGA-Europe, Pride Foundation Australia, and the Trevor Project\u2014we also want to shine a light on some of the great organizations supporting the LGBTQIA+ community in the tech world specifically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are eight organizations making some of the biggest impacts for LGBTQIA+ individuals working in tech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Out In Tech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Out In Tech<\/a> is one of WP Engine\u2019s favorite partnerships! This organization holds a special place in the hearts of our employees. Their mission is to unite the LGBTQIA+ tech community by creating opportunities for members to advance their careers and leverage the power of technology to create social change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (oSTEM)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In 2005, IBM sponsored a focus group for students in which they discussed issues related to the LGBTQIA+ experience in STEM fields. oSTEM<\/a> was born from that focus group, and since then, their mission has been empowering LGBTQIA+ individuals to achieve success personally, professionally, and academically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trans*H4CK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Trans*H4CK<\/a> is an organization that arose out of a need to improve employment opportunities and financial sustainability for transgender people. Because trans individuals (in the United States) are unemployed at twice the national rate<\/a> when compared with cisgender individuals, Trans*H4CK works to develop open source tech products that promote economic and financial advancement and increase gender safety and wellbeing for trans people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lesbians Who Tech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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One of the primary aspirations outlined on the Lesbians Who Tech<\/a> website is \u201cto get more women, POC, and queen and trans people in technology.\u201d Their annual Pride Summit<\/a> has seen several prestigious speakers, including U.S. Senators, entertainers, athletes, activists, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Queer Code<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Queer Code<\/a> hosts meetups across Europe to foster spaces where queer people can share their ideas. The mission is simple: help queer folk meet new mentors and friends within the community. They have a London-based meetup\u2014so if you\u2019re a member, check out our career openings<\/a> in London as well as remote positions throughout Europe!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maven Youth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Maven Youth<\/a> is focused on the needs of young people. They aim to empower and encourage LGBTQIA+ youth to explore career opportunities and build skills. Their virtual summer camp<\/a> for the younger crowd helps participants learn to build a video game, while their program for young professionals helps them build digital resumes, hone interviewing skills, and build the basic coding skills necessary to start their career in tech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Queer Design Club<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The mission of Queer Design Club<\/a> is to promote and celebrate the intersection of queer identity and design. Their site is home to a directory where visitors can search for a designer who identifies as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community for their next website or graphic design project!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

StartOut<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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StartOut<\/a> strives to empower LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs and champion their successes in cities across the U.S. If you\u2019ve been a part of the StartOut community in Austin, check out our career opportunities<\/a> there as well as remote positions throughout the U.S.! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Proud to Work With the Best in Tech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

WP Engine<\/a> is proud to shine a spotlight on these groups, and remains committed to building a community where LGBTQIA+ individuals can bring their full selves to work every day. Check out our open positions to find a career path that allows you to be your proudest, most authentic self!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Careers at WP Engine<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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