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15/07/2026

🚀 The future of tech won't wait – neither should you.

The industry is evolving faster than ever, and staying ahead means continually learning, building your network, and investing in your career.

That's exactly what CBF FEST 2026 is designed to help you do.

Join us for two days of practical learning, career conversations, and meaningful connections with Black professionals, industry leaders, hiring partners, and the wider tech community.

Expect:
• Hands-on workshops and live demos
• Emerging tech talks, including AI, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data and more
• Career acceleration sessions
• Roundtable discussions
• Networking with employers, sponsors and fellow tech professionals

Whether you're breaking into tech, growing your career, or preparing for what's next, CBF FEST is designed to equip you with the knowledge, connections and confidence to move forward.

🗓 25–26 September 2026

🎟 Early Bird tickets are available now and end on 7 August.

Secure your place today:
🔗 https://fest.codingblackfemales.com

13/07/2026

Looking to connect with more women in tech?

Join us in Birmingham for an evening of community, networking, and real career conversations.

At Real Days, Real Promotions in Tech, you'll hear directly from women working across the industry as they share their journeys, career milestones, and lessons learned along the way.

Expect:
• Honest career stories
• Practical advice and insights
• Networking opportunities
• A welcoming and supportive community

📍 STEAMhouse, Birmingham City University
🗓️ Thursday, 16 July
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🎟️ Register now and invite a friend to join you: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cbf-birmingham-real-days-real-promotions-in-tech-tickets-1992551884324?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/07/2026

What a brilliant evening at our CBF Manchester: Connection & Conversations event!

It was fantastic to bring together Black women in tech for an evening of learning, meaningful networking, and community.

A huge thank you to our guest speaker, Dami Akinleye, for sharing her inspiring career journey and valuable insights into navigating a non-traditional path into tech.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, our Manchester Ambassadors for bringing the event to life, and Colony for generously hosting us.

We're so grateful to everyone who made the evening such a success. We can't wait to see you at our next CBF event! 💜

09/07/2026

Only a few days left to apply!

Our Back to School Drive 2026 is closing soon, and we don't want families who could benefit to miss out.

We're providing free backpacks filled with essential stationery and school supplies to support school-age children across the UK as they prepare for the new school year.

If you have a child aged 16 or under and think your household could benefit, we encourage you to apply before applications close.

🗓️ Applications close: 11 July
🎒 One backpack per household
📦 Distribution begins the week commencing 25 August

Know someone who may be eligible? Please share this opportunity with them so they don't miss out. 💜

🔗 Apply now: https://codingblackfemales.com/programmes?p=backtoschool

08/07/2026

What does a day in tech really look like?

Join us in Birmingham for Real Days, Real Promotions in Tech, where women from different tech backgrounds will share their real experiences of building successful careers in the industry.

✨ Hear from professionals across different tech roles
✨ Learn how they navigated career progression and promotions
✨ Gain practical insights you can apply to your own journey
✨ Connect with other women in tech and aspiring professionals
✨ Ask questions and grow your network

No matter where you are in your career journey, you'll leave with new insights, inspiration, and connections.

📍 STEAMhouse, Birmingham City University
🗓️ Thursday, 16 July
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🎟️ Secure your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cbf-birmingham-real-days-real-promotions-in-tech-tickets-1992551884324?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/07/2026

🎥 Bristol Hackathon Recap

A day full of collaboration, creativity, and innovation.

It was incredible to see our community come together to explore how technology can empower women in STEM through teamwork, problem-solving, and fresh ideas.

👏 A huge shout-out to all three teams – L.M.P.S.S, BrainCubz, and MacroMagic – for the creativity, collaboration, and passion you brought to the challenge.

Thank you to everyone who attended, our judges, Copperbox, TCN Bristol, and our South West Ambassadors for making the event such a success.

06/07/2026

🎒 Applications Closing Soon

There's still time to apply for our Back to School Drive 2026.

We're providing free school backpacks filled with stationery and essential school supplies to support children across the UK as they prepare for the new academic year.

📚 Free backpack and school supplies
📍 Open to children aged 16 and under living in the UK
📝 One application per child (limited to one backpack per household)
📅 Applications close: 11 July 2026

Backpacks will be distributed from the week commencing 25 August 2026.

If you know a family who could benefit, please share this opportunity with them.

Apply now:
🔗 https://codingblackfemales.com/programmes?p=backtoschool

01/07/2026

🎒 There's still time to apply for our Back to School Drive 2026!

Applications remain open for families who would like to be considered for a free backpack filled with stationery and school essentials.

Through this initiative, we're supporting families across the UK by helping children start the school year equipped with the resources they need.

📚 Free backpack and school supplies
📍 Children aged 16 and under living in the UK
📝 One application per child (limited to one backpack per household)
📅 Deadline: 11 July 2026

Backpacks will be distributed from the week commencing 25 August 2026.

Apply today:
🔗 https://codingblackfemales.com/programmes?p=backtoschool

30/06/2026

This Friday: Join us for Connection & Conversations in Manchester ✨

Don't miss an evening dedicated to connection, community, and meaningful conversations with Black women building careers in tech.

You'll hear from Dami Akinleye, connect with other ambitious women in tech, and leave with new insights, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections.

📅 Thursday, 3 July 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Colony Manchester, King Street

🎟️ If you've been thinking about attending, now is the perfect time to secure your place: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cbf-manchester-connection-conversations-tickets-1990690621236?aff=oddtdtcreator

29/06/2026

🚀 Birmingham, we're back!

Join us for Real Days, Real Promotions in Tech – an evening of honest conversations, career insights, and community with women working across different areas of tech.

Ever wondered what a typical day looks like for a Data Analyst, Cyber Security professional, Product Manager, or Software Engineer?

This event will give you the opportunity to hear directly from women in tech as they share:
💡 What their roles involve day-to-day
💡 How they got started in tech
💡 The challenges they've overcome
💡 How they progressed and earned promotions throughout their careers

Whether you're exploring a career in tech, looking to make your next move, or simply want to connect with like-minded women, this event is for you.

📍 STEAMhouse, Birmingham City University
🗓️ Thursday, 16 July
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🎟️ Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cbf-birmingham-real-days-real-promotions-in-tech-tickets-1992551884324?aff=oddtdtcreator

A huge thank you to Birmingham City University for hosting us and supporting our community. 💜

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