Introducing G|Code’s Change Makers: Aden Gideon

In October 2020, the G|Code team launched the second cohort of Intro to G|Code, a 10 week program designed for young female and non binary folks of color to uncover interest and aptitude in tech within a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment. The Intro to G|Code Change Makers have shown us their grit, scrappiness, and creativity, as well as their commitment to community and personal growth. We are beyond proud of our Change Makers who will graduate in just a few days, and are thrilled to celebrate their achievements and share some of their stories.

Today, we celebrate Aden Gideon! Aden considers Boston and Northern Virgina as home and has inspired us with her dedication to the G|Code community. Learn more about her journey below.

Why did you join G|Code?

I joined GCode because I thought it was such an amazing opportunity to be taught by and learning with women of color. Looking to transition into a career in tech, the intro program sounded like a perfect place to start.

What is a favorite moment or memory from G|Code?

Spending my Sunday mornings with such smart and awesome people!

What have you learned about yourself or about coding? How has participating in G|Code impacted how you see yourself and/or your future?

I’ve learned that I am capable. I’ve learned that I’m more patient than I give myself credit. G|Code has shown me that I have the tools to problem solve and that I will and can find a way through any problem. G|Code has helped me foster community that I’m grateful to be able to lean on.

G|Code is a visionary non-profit striving to empower Boston’s young women of color by providing them with housing, technical training, leadership development, internship placements, and a resilient and compassionate community to learn from and grow alongside. Many thanks to Bridgette Wallace, Rizel Bobb-Semple, Bailey Siber, and the rest of the G|Code team and volunteers for making the Intro to G|Code program a success!