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“CS Sparks” – Illuminating the Path to Digital Inclusion

"CS Sparks" is an engaging and thought-provoking series of conversations recorded during the Foundation's signature thought leadership conference, CrossRoads 2023, with changemakers who are championing equity in computer science (CS) education. This video series reflects a diverse range of perspectives that explore the CS educational landscape; highlight current policy and research initiatives and share the secret sauce for cultivating strategic partnerships that advance inclusive CS. Each recording is designed to share a ‘spark’ of inspiration that illuminates thoughtful contributions to inclusive and transformative CS.

Arthur Daemmrich

Blaze Starkey & Dr. Peter Romine

Bukola Somide & Nicole Kang

Gregg Behr

Jennifer Rosato & Bernell Murray

Kareem Edouard & Laine Powell

KiKi Prottsman

Meka Egwuekwe & Gabriella Gillom

Sheila Boyington & Anthony Owen

Janice Mak & Megean Garvin

Andreas Stefik & Richard Ladner

Kelsey Derringer & Steve Goodgame

“CS Changemakers”- Shaping an Inclusive Digital Future

The "CS Changemakers: Shaping an Inclusive Digital Future" is a series of in-depth expert interviews filmed during CrossRoads 2023. Technologists, educators, funders and practitioners in the field of CS and STEM education share the intricacies of delivering equitable CS education to under-represented communities across the US. Discover the personal and professional journeys that drive their commitment. Let their "why" inspire you!

Infosys

Click below to access the full interviews on the Infosys Knowledge Institute.

CS Changemakers: Inderpreet Sawhney, Infosys

Inderpreet Sawhney

CS Changemakers: Ron Summers, Code Nation

Ron Summers

CS Changemakers: Shireen Hafeez, Deaf Kids CODE

Shireen Hafeez

CS Changemakers: Vishal Goenka, 2Sigma School

Vishal Goenka

CS Changemakers: Gareth Stockdale, Micro:bit Foundation

Gareth Stockdale

CS Changemakers: Ben Forta, Adobe

Ben Forta

CS Changemakers: Ruthe Farmer, Last Mile Education Fund

Ruthe Farmer

CS Changemakers: Rebecca Dorsey, Teacher Quality and Retention Program

Rebecca Dorsey

CS Changemakers: Dr. Loretta Cheeks, Ph.D., Strong TIES

Dr. Loretta Cheeks