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Committee Description

The Black Tech Affinity Group is a members-only community within TechSTL, dedicated to empowering Black and Brown professionals in the technology sector across St. Louis. Meeting monthly, this group provides a collaborative and inclusive space for connection, knowledge sharing, and advocacy that uplifts underrepresented voices in tech.

The Black Tech Affinity Group & Forum is a members-only space dedicated to empowering and advancing Black and Brown professionals in the St. Louis technology sector through community, collaboration, and advocacy.

GROUP PURPOSE
This group serves as a platform for:

Building strong professional networks
Sharing career advancement opportunities
Supporting professional development
Discussing industry challenges and solutions
Fostering mentorship relationships
Advancing equity initiatives
Celebrating Black excellence in tech

MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY

Black and Brown tech professionals
Active TechSTL members
Verified allies (by application)
Industry partners (by invitation)
DEI professionals
TechSTL staff moderators

POSTING GUIDELINES
DO:

Share professional opportunities
Post career development resources
Contribute success stories
Share industry insights
Promote mentorship connections
Offer support and guidance
Share community achievements

DON’T:

Share members’ personal information
Post discriminatory content
Engage in exclusionary behavior
Share private group discussions
Post unauthorized promotional content
Disclose sensitive workplace matters

INTERACTION GUIDELINES

Foster community support
Practice active listening
Provide constructive feedback
Honor diverse experiences
Maintain professional standards
Support career growth
Uphold confidentiality

CONTENT MODERATION

Content reviewed for inclusivity
Community standards maintained
Privacy strictly protected
Members can report concerns
Swift action on violations

PRIVACY AND CONFIDENTIALITY

Strict confidentiality required
Protected membership information
Secure communication channels
Photo sharing guidelines
Social media protocols

EVENT PARTICIPATION
Events should be:

Community-focused
Career-advancing
Skill-building
Network-strengthening
Culture-affirming
Safe space conscious

RESOURCE SHARING

Share verified professional resources
Provide implementation context
Credit original sources
Focus on career advancement
Tag content appropriately
Include success metrics

MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Structured mentoring frameworks
Clear program objectives
Professional boundaries
Growth tracking
Success celebration
Community impact

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Leadership advancement
Technical skill building
Industry certification support
Speaking opportunities
Publication platforms
Visibility initiatives

VIOLATION CONSEQUENCES

First occurrence: Private discussion
Second occurrence: Membership review
Third occurrence: Membership suspension
Severe violations result in immediate removal of TechSTL
Safety violations reported to appropriate authorities

CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or concerns about these guidelines, contact:

Committee Chair: Pending
TechSTL Staff: Emily Hemingway, Emily@TechSTL.com

These guidelines are subject to updates based on community needs and feedback. Members will be notified of any changes.
Last Updated: January 2025

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