Skilling for the future: How GitHub is advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within open source communities

GitHub is committed to fostering a collaborative and equitable future in software development by promoting open source contributions and addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) challenges. Through initiatives such as Global Campus, All In for Students, and All In for Maintainers, GitHub aims to skill individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, providing them with training, education, and resources necessary to engage in open source communities. These programs not only focus on skilling future developers but also emphasize creating a welcoming environment for new contributors, particularly from underserved communities, by offering tools and support for maintainers to automate inclusive practices. GitHub's collaborations with corporate partners, nonprofits, and educational institutions aim to bridge gaps in resources and access, leading to a diverse ecosystem that drives innovation. As part of these efforts, GitHub has committed to skilling 5,000 people from underrepresented tech backgrounds within the next three years and expanding its reach to nearly 90 partner schools, focusing on Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions, and Community Colleges.