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Professional community

Women in Tech SEO

Inclusion & career growthGlobal

A global network centering people of marginalised genders in SEO, marketing and tech, with opportunities to learn, connect and gain visibility.

  • Mentorship and virtual events
  • Speakers and founders hubs
  • WTSFest conferences and learning resources
Industry foundation

4As Foundation

Inclusion & career growthUnited States

Creates routes into advertising and marketing through practical experience, mentorship and professional development.

  • MAIP fellowship
  • Student application guidance
  • Longer-term career development
Professional inclusion organisation

ADCOLOR

Inclusion & career growthUnited States

Connects and recognises talent across creative industries, with development programmes for different career stages.

  • FUTURES
  • LEADERS
  • Community and recognition
Social mobility charity

The Marketing Academy Foundation

Inclusion & career growthUnited Kingdom

Helps young people from low-income backgrounds begin a marketing career with application coaching and support in their first role.

  • Find a paid starting role
  • Support through the first year
  • Professional development
Industry access charity

The Finishing School Foundation

Inclusion & career growthUnited Kingdom

Removes practical barriers that can prevent young people from entering advertising, marketing and creative work.

  • Practical assistance
  • Free learning programmes
  • Pastoral support
Trade association talent division

DMA Talent

Inclusion & career growthUnited Kingdom

Introduces emerging marketers to the connection between responsible data use, creative thinking and real campaign work.

  • Work on a real brief
  • Learn from practitioners
  • Build career confidence