Diversity in Tech Starts with Us
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seventhbridge
"It's all
about access."
Karima-Catherine Goundiam
Founder, Seventh Bridge
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Facts & Figures
We're Starting Strong
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Programs Delivered
Through our Equity in STEM and Pathways to Possibilities programs, we’ve delivered accessible hands-on learning, expert panels, mentorship, and networking opportunities to students and young adults across Ontario.
90%
From Underrepresented Communities
The vast majority of participants in our programs came from underrepresented communities and gained access to experiences and opportunities in STEM they may not have otherwise had.
1227
Participants Empowered
From students to young adults, we’ve supported over 1,200 individuals in exploring educational and career pathways in STEM, automotive, and mobility sectors—creating meaningful connections and opening doors to future opportunities.
About Us
Seventh Bridge is a nonprofit organization committed to connecting underrepresented communities to opportunities in the tech industry. We partner with key stakeholders and organizations to provide women, Black, Indigenous, LGBTQ, disabled, and francophone populations with real access to education, networks, and career pathways in tech. We understand firsthand that underrepresented communities face systemic barriers, and we’re here to break those barriers and start building a more diverse and inclusive tech future, today.
What Our Partners Are Saying
“Pathways to Possibility has been a remarkable success, reaching over 800 participants and fostering impactful connections in the STEM and mobility sectors. As an industry partner, Automobility Enterprises is honored to have played a role in this initiative to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM.”
Rafal Bulgarski, Automobility Enterprises Inc.
“I wanted to reach out and thank you for bringing this STEM opportunity to our school. Throughout the entire project, everyone has been so responsive and collaborative—such a pleasure to work with. I appreciate the accommodations put in place to support our needs. Thank you for your partnership and for bringing these opportunities to our community!”
Samantha Gillan, Oakridge Junior Public School
“Thank you so much for organizing an amazing day out! The students enjoyed it and some came back looking for degrees in STEM. I am now in the midst of looking for scholarship opportunities for them. Thank you again!”
Monique Willacey, Riverdale Collegiate Institute
“Our students in the all-girls computer studies course and our Black Student Alliance had a fantastic day out of school where they participated in STEM activities and had a chance to see what their future might look like in a post-secondary environment. We hope opportunities like this can encourage them to keep an open mind and see themselves working and studying in a STEM-related field.”
James Cordiner, Riverdale Collegiate Institute
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