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Your diverse and inclusive startup community. Start your journey here 👇🏾

[Deborah Okenla @deborahokenla]

"We hold the power to shape the world which is more inclusive, more accessible, and more empathetic.."

Thank YOU @ux_liapurcell for choosing @ThisIsYSYS
and @GoogleUK as your community partner as your tech journey blooms, its an honour + we're championing you all they way 🩷

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

Listen as she shares the profound impact the programme and YSYS community had on her and fellow graduates. 🚀🎓

If you're curious about our UX design graduates or how you can get involved in future programmes reach out! We'd love to share more. ✨

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

An inspirational speech from Lia Purcel, a standout community star from our YSYS & @GoogleUK UX Design programme🌟

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

5 months of hard work, mentorship, and industry events culminated in an epic celebration at @GoogleUK’s HQ. 🎉

If you are currently hiring for a UX Designer and have an open role please do reach out, we would love to connect you with our exceptional graduates. 🚀

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

Here’s how we celebrated our YSYS & @GoogleUK UX Design scholars 🧑🏽‍🏫 🎓

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Congratulationssssss to @BG_Ventures on their latest £33M fund to back 100 #TechForGood ventures.👏🏾

We absolutely love the team + the powerhouse @Dama_Yanthy , a true advocate for diverse founders and community leader! 😍

https://t.co/5og14TGkPw

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

@GoogleUK …and for our incredible Scholars, we’ll be rooting for them every step of the way as they explore a new career packed with innovative designs, impactful user experiences, and endless possibilities. Congratulations, and here's to the beginning of a thriving UX Design journey!🚀🌐

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

A massive congratulations to all our YSYS Scholars who graduated and proudly received their Google UX Design Certificates.🎓

We successfully wrapped up our YSYS and @GoogleUK UX Design Certificate Scholarship, culminating in a stylish graduation ceremony held at Google HQ. 🙌🏾

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

A heartfelt gratitude to the @GoogleUK team, our YSYS mentors, guest speakers, and everyone who joined us for this special occasion. Thank you for your support and presence! 🙏🏾💯

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

🎉🚀 Our founder, Deborah Okenla, has been recognised as one of the top 50 Most Influential Women in UK Technology 2023 by @ComputerWeekly.

Huge congratulations, @DeborahOkenla, for your outstanding contributions to the tech industry! 🙌🏽👏🏾

https://t.co/dNXSpsQrmG

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

Smiles all around as we celebrated Reading Week at Le Wagon workspace with our YSYS & @GoogleUK UX design scholars. 😊💼

📚They came together to learn, collaborate, and share insights.💡

Stay tuned for our upcoming blog write-up to learn more about how the week went.

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

Smiles all around as we celebrated Reading Week at Le Wagon workspace with our YSYS & @GoogleUK UX design scholars. 😊💼

📚They came together to learn, collaborate, and share insights.💡

Stay tuned for our upcoming blog write-up to learn more about how the week went.

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

📣 Join us at the UK Black Business Week with @UKBBshow this October for the Ultimate Celebration of Black Excellence!

🗓️ Save the Date: 2nd - 7th October 2023

🎟️ Book Your Ticket here: https://t.co/isS1z53YOo

Use our official partner code to get your free ticket: YSYS23

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Read more here: https://t.co/ayJocYP5il

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🚀 @DigiCatapult & @SonyMusicUK unveil 10 Black tech entrepreneurs cultivating innovation in digital entertainment.

Proud to be part of this incredible journey as community partners.

Cheers to Gameli and Maatin, YSYS Programme Alumni, for their well-deserved selection! 📷👏🏾

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

☀️YSYS Summer Social ☀️

Join the community at Greenwich Park this month for YSYS Summer Social. Grab your favourite running shoes: a Sports Day and Picnic in the sun (🤞) is on the cards.

What you need to know:
📅 Saturday, 29th July
⏱️ 1-5pm
🗺️ Greenwich Park, London
😋 BYO picnic blanket, food & drinks

Grab your free ticket here https://t.co/36W01v1xLH

[YSYS @ThisIsYSYS]

🌟Our YSYS scholars showed up for @UKBBSHOW Birmingham, the UK & Europe’s Biggest Business Show for Black entrepreneurs! 🚀 With 200+ brands and inspiring speakers, it was an epic experience.

Check out YSYS UX Design Scholar, Dominique’s recap reel for highlights!

Big thanks to @raphaelsofoluke for backing us. Excited for UKBB London! 👀🎉

[EIT Urban Mobility @EITUrbanMob]

@ThisIsYSYS What a workshop! No one was left indifferent. Undoubtedly, we carried back profound thoughts to ponder upon - A heartfelt thanks to the entire team! 🙏