WAKE’s US-based programs support mission-driven organizations tackling critical issues across the United States.Advisors have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that address pressing social issues right here at home. These programs enable professionals to drive meaningful change in their own communities, build local networks, and make a tangible impact on the causes they care about most.
Tech2Empower Bay Area will focus on supporting local nonprofits dedicated to food and housing justice in one of the most economically diverse regions of the United States. During this program, Advisors will collaborate closely with mission-driven organizations on projects chosen by the nonprofits themselves. The work will include an in-person collaboration day, followed by continued virtual support to help these organizations address the urgent challenges of food insecurity and housing instability in the Bay Area. Together, Advisors and nonprofits will work to create lasting, impactful solutions that enhance the well-being of the local community.
Read more about the urgency of the Food and Housing issues in the Bay Area.
Volunteer Advisors will work closely with mission-driven organizations to address critical social issues across the U.S. Projects are designed to be collaborative and hands-on, allowing Advisors to apply their skills in areas like digital strategy, marketing, data management, and more.
Advisors will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on communities in the U.S., supporting nonprofits that are tackling challenges such as racial justice, reproductive rights, gender-based violence, and more. Your work will contribute to meaningful, lasting change in areas that resonate with you.
Participate in a program that not only allows you to give back but also helps you grow professionally. You’ll develop new skills, expand your network, and gain insights into the unique challenges and opportunities faced by U.S.-based organizations.
While the focus is on U.S.-based programs, Advisors will still experience cultural exchange by engaging with diverse communities, learning about the local context, and working alongside people from different backgrounds.
Build lasting relationships with other professionals, nonprofit leaders, and social entrepreneurs. These connections will enrich your experience and potentially open doors for future collaborations.
Our U.S. programs are designed to respond directly to the unique needs of the communities we serve. Whether it’s reproductive justice in the U.S. South or food and housing justice in the Bay Area, each program is specialized to address the most pressing issues in the region.
Our U.S.-based programs can also be custom-built to align with the specific needs of a city or region. By understanding the unique challenges faced by local communities, we tailor our programs to deliver the most impactful support, ensuring that our efforts are both relevant and effective.
As an Advisor, your contributions are vital to the success and impact of each initiative. Whether through applying your professional expertise, dedicating your time, or offering financial support, every effort you make helps drive meaningful change in the communities we serve.
“Tech2Empower presents an incredible opportunity to leverage my professional skills and contribute in measurable ways to incredibly important non profit programs. What an enriching, empowering and enlightening experience!”
“As an advisor, Tech2Empower USA South has been a deeply inspiring and humbling experience, and proves to me the importance of in-person collaboration. Meeting and working with the human beings who are on the ground doing the work makes the issue of reproductive justice feel all the more urgent, which it is -- and will continue to be until we can effect collective change.”
“It's amazing how much of an impact you can have in just a few weeks. A testament to what happens when you can match the right expertise to the right need. As volunteers, we can make such a significant difference for an organization struggling due to capacity or expertise constraints.”
Your donation helps WAKE connect and uplift women and girls worldwide through technology, education, and collaboration. By contributing, you support our efforts to build cross-cultural connections, unite passionate volunteers, and strengthen the global fight for equity and social justice. Together, we can drive meaningful change and create a better future for all.
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