Selected will receive training in technical cloud and security modules, career mentoring and Microsoft certification exam vouchers
On Monday, September 13, Microsoft opened registration for the third class of the Black Women in Tech, a training program focused on training black women for the technology market. The project, conceived and led by groups of Microsoft employees and volunteers from the company's Diversity and Inclusion pillars - WAM (Women at Microsoft) and BAM (Blacks at Microsoft) - aims to reduce the gap of professionals specialized in technology, as well how to expand gender and racial equality in the segment. Interested parties must complete the form by September 19 through the website: Black Women in Tech Microsoft (office.com).
In all, there will be 50 vacancies for black and brown women to participate in free technical mentorships, focused on technology and technical certifications in Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) and Security Fundamentals (SC-900). THEin addition, the project will also offer modules focused on soft skills, career development and basic English. At the end of the mentoring, those selected will receive vouchers to take the Microsoft certification exams in AZ-900 and SC-900. Classes start on September 27th and will be held until December 22nd. The graduation and closing ceremony take place on the last day of the course.
To compete for one of the vacancies, candidates must participate in a virtual challenge called Cloud Skill Challenge via Microsoft Learn, free online learning platform, in addition to filling out a registration questionnaire. The prerequisite for the selection of candidates is to be over 18 years old, declare themselves black or brown and fulfill the requirements for filling out the questionnaire, which will be sent to the candidates by email. The graduates will also participate in the employability fair promoted by Microsoft, in which they will connect professionals to the company's partner companies, with the aim of strengthening networking for job opportunities. 
With Black Women in Tech, Microsoft aims to bring quality technical education so that black and brown women can leverage their careers in technology. All mentors are Microsoft employees, members or allies of Diversity initiatives and groups, who volunteer their time. THE first edition of Black Women in Tech resulted in 26 women graduates. already the second class, graduated 35 women. To register, visit the official Black Women in Tech website.
