{"id":756638,"date":"2023-05-09T10:43:36","date_gmt":"2023-05-09T14:43:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/workiva-partners-with-code-org-to-narrow-the-digital-divide-and-expand-access-to-computer-science-education\/"},"modified":"2023-05-09T10:43:36","modified_gmt":"2023-05-09T14:43:36","slug":"workiva-partners-with-code-org-to-narrow-the-digital-divide-and-expand-access-to-computer-science-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/workiva-partners-with-code-org-to-narrow-the-digital-divide-and-expand-access-to-computer-science-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Workiva Partners with Code.org to Narrow the Digital Divide and Expand Access to Computer Science Education"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Workiva Partners with Code.org to Narrow the Digital Divide and Expand Access to Computer Science Education<\/b><\/p>\n

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–Workiva Inc.<\/a> (NYSE:WK), <\/b>the company powering transparent reporting for a better world, announced today it has kicked off a global, multi-year partnership with Code.org, a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to computer science education and promoting diversity in technology. Workiva is dedicated to helping Code.org increase access for students from underrepresented groups and expanding the organization’s efforts globally.<\/p>\n

\nThis partnership aligns with one of Workiva’s key corporate ESG targets, narrowing the digital divide and expanding technology access in underserved communities and populations across the globe. In evaluating potential non-profit partners, Code.org<\/a> stood out based on the organization’s unwavering global commitment to these causes. Workiva will leverage its expertise and global resources to support Code.org<\/a>‘s vision that every student in every school has the opportunity to learn computer science as part of their core K-12 education.<\/p>\n

\n\u201cUnobstructed access to technology is critical. We can help to cultivate a diverse and inclusive community of students who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to innovate and shape the future,\u201d said Julie Iskow, Chief Executive Officer of Workiva. \u201cOur employees around the world are eager to support this initiative and contribute to creating equal opportunities for young women and underrepresented students. Together, we can narrow the gap and spark innovation that will drive progress for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n

\nThrough the partnership, Workiva is supporting Code.org by:<\/p>\n