Techqueria is more than a community; it’s a movement that empowers Latiné professionals to not only enter the tech industry but to thrive within it. In Spanish, the suffix “-eria” denotes a place dedicated to a specific purpose. In the same way a taquería is where you go for the best tacos, and a librería is where you explore new stories and knowledge, Techqueria is where Latiné tech talent gathers, grows, and innovates.
As a place dedicated to Latiné success in tech, we are committed to creating an inclusive, impactful, and culturally enriching environment that bridges Latiné talent with opportunities across the tech landscape.
🎯 Mission Statement
Techqueria empowers Latiné professionals to thrive in the tech industry by fostering community, providing resources, and advocating for equity. We connect Latiné talent with opportunities, champion their contributions, and create a tech industry that reflects the diverse society it serves.
👁️ Vision Statement
Our vision is a tech industry where Latiné professionals are fully represented, celebrated, and empowered to lead innovation and drive equitable change, fostering a more inclusive, impactful, and culturally enriched future for all.
What We Do
At Techqueria, we believe that there is no innovation without representation. Through our vibrant community, we provide the resources, mentorship, and support Latiné professionals need to navigate and succeed in a competitive industry:
- Professional Development and Networking: Connecting Latiné professionals with mentors, career opportunities, and skills development through career fairs, panel discussions, and our annual summit.
- Advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Partnering with tech companies to implement and elevate DEI initiatives that support and retain Latiné professionals in tech.
- Support for Community Well-Being: Offering online and in-person spaces for Latiné professionals to share experiences, seek encouragement, and connect over shared values.
- Sharing Information and Resources: Gathering and sharing reliable, up-to-date guidance on immigration, work rights, and workforce development on our Slack platform.
Why We Matter
The Latiné community is a vital driver of U.S. economic growth. Supporting the Latiné community in tech and other fields is not only a matter of equity but a driver for sustained economic growth and innovation across the nation.
Latiné households contribute significantly more in federal, state, and local taxes than they receive in public services. Notably, undocumented immigrant households pay $46.8 billion in federal taxes and $29.3 billion in state and local taxes annually, alongside contributing $22.6 billion to Social Security and $5.7 billion to Medicare.
In partnership with corporate allies, Techqueria serves as a bridge between tech companies and talented Latiné professionals, helping build diverse, successful teams ready to thrive in a global economy.
Our Core Values
1. Community First
Building with and for our members, placing collective growth at the center of everything we do.
2. Radical Inclusivity
Creating spaces that embrace and celebrate the full spectrum of intersectional Latiné identities.
3. Transparency
Operating with open communication, integrity, and clear accountability across all initiatives.
4. Insights-Driven
Utilizing data, community feedback, and lived experiences to maximize our strategic impact.
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