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Breaking Barriers in Tech: The Inspiring Journeys of Angelica Lozano-Romines and Nicole Zolnier
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, two trailblazing women, Angelica Lozano-Romines and Nicole Zolnier, are making significant strides. Both women, who hail from diverse backgrounds, are driving the tech industry forward, challenging the status quo, and inspiring a new generation of Latina women in tech.
Angelica Lozano-Romines, founder of Gaming Is Resilience, a space for Indigenous gamers, and a part-time professor for Esports, entered the tech realm during the MySpace era. After studying social sciences in college, she returned to tech in 2017. Lozano-Romines, like many women in tech, has faced systemic issues such as underrepresentation and poor working conditions. However, her resilience and determination have propelled her forward.
Nicole Zolnier, a software engineer at Netflix, shares a similar journey. Her introduction to tech was through multiplayer online game Club Penguin and later Facebook, where she experimented with design. Zolnier, who won Best in Computer Science at the University of Central Florida, also encountered systemic issues in the industry. However, her participation in programmes like Rewriting the Code prepared her for challenges and provided her with valuable resources and opportunities.
Rewriting the Code, a programme dedicated to empowering women in tech, played a pivotal role in both Lozano-Romines and Zolnier's journeys. The programme sponsored Lozano-Romines' trip to Harvard for 'We Code' and provided both women with resources and opportunities, such as trips to Capital One and Twitch headquarters.
Lozano-Romines discovered Rewriting the Code while searching for resources for Indigenous people, while Zolnier joined after seeing a LinkedIn ad for their career fair. Through Rewriting the Code, both women met others working in tech, forming a supportive network that has been instrumental in their success.
Despite their achievements, both Lozano-Romines and Zolnier hold less than 1% of leadership roles in Silicon Valley and earn under half of what white, non-Hispanic men make. Many women leave the tech industry within a year, citing poor working conditions as a reason.
Lozano-Romines and Zolnier's journeys serve as reminders that women are not only present but are also driving the tech industry forward. Their resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment to their craft are shining examples for future generations of women in tech.
As we celebrate their accomplishments, it is essential to acknowledge the systemic issues they face and work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable tech industry for all.
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