Black Girls Code Names Lauren Idoko Vice President of Program Strategy and Impact

Idoko will lead program strategy across research, curriculum, and impact measurement

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Black Girls Code (BGC), the trailblazing nonprofit dedicated to preparing young girls and women for careers in technology, announced today the promotion of Lauren Idoko to Vice President of Program Strategy and Impact from Director of College and Career Programs.

As Vice President of Program Strategy and Impact, Idoko will lead the implementation of BGC’s redesigned program model: a developmentally sequenced, outcome-driven, culturally responsive tech education lifecycle from elementary through early career. She will oversee all program strategy, from community research and curriculum design to impact measurement and organizational learning.

“As we reimagine our programming to better reflect and address the needs and aspirations of Black girls in tech, there is no one better positioned than Lauren to lead this work,” said Cristina Mancini, CEO of Black Girls Code. “Her experience in community building and program development, both at BGC and across the industry, will drive tangible impact for our organization and, most importantly, for our community and the girls we serve.”

A longtime career educator and community advocate, Idoko joined BGC in 2022 as a Senior Program Manager for Alumnae Engagement, where she supported participants transitioning into the workforce and developed programs to extend BGC’s impact beyond initial engagement. Most recently, she was Director of BGC’s College and Career Programs, where she led the strategy, partnerships, and national expansion of this portfolio, which bridges corporate, higher-education, and community partnerships to advance opportunity pathways in tech for young women of color.

“As the tech landscape shifts faster than ever, we have both the urgency and the opportunity to redesign for the world that is emerging,” added Lauren Idoko. “I’ve had the privilege of watching Black girls discover their power through BGC’s programs, and I’m committed to deepening that impact at every stage of their journey. I’m stepping into this role with deep reverence for everything BGC has built and a commitment to ensuring that the next generation of Black women doesn't just enter the tech industry, they shape its future.”

About Black Girls Code

Since 2011, Black Girls Code has been at the forefront of creating a more inclusive tech industry by inspiring, educating, and equipping young girls and women with the skills to lead and thrive in technology. Through culturally relevant programs for learners ages 7-18 and career acceleration initiatives for adults 18+, BGC is not just closing the opportunity gap—it’s shaping the future of tech by championing the next generation of innovators and leaders.