About Hyperlink Latinos
Explicame…What is a “Hyperlink”?
“In computing, a hyperlink, or simply a link, is a reference to data that the user can follow by clicking or tapping. A hyperlink points to a whole document or a specific element within a document. Hypertext is text with hyperlinks. The text that is linked from is called anchor text.” - Wikipedia
“Originally, hyperlinks were used to cite resources or references with an easy-to-access “clickable” piece of text that would take you directly to the reference, how convenient. Hyperlinks are the foundation of the internet.” - SERP Co
“Alternatively referred to as a link and web link, a hyperlink is an icon, graphic, or text that links to another file or object. The World Wide Web is comprised of hyperlinks linking trillions of pages and files to one another.” - ComputerHope.com
Y un “Hyperlink Latino”?…
Essentially, such like the literal sense, a "Hyperlink Latino" is a Latino, Latina, LatinX, or supporter who serves as a connector and source of tech information within the "tech-inquisitive" Latino community. This individual is driven to learn, teach, and raise awareness of Hispanic representation in technology.
Our Mission
To provide a platform that empowers the Latino/LatinX community to take actionable steps toward increasing Hispanic representation in the tech industry. Our vision focuses on encouraging members of our community to pursue careers in technology that are not only accessible but also profitable, helping to close the gap and create more opportunities for growth and advancement. This can be achieved by offering resources, mentorship, networking opportunities, and educational content that cater to the unique challenges and opportunities faced by the Latino/LatinX population. By doing so, we anticipate our platform to play a pivotal role in fostering diversity in tech, while also contributing to the economic advancement of underrepresented communities.
DEDICATION BY AGE DEMOGRAPHIC
5yrs - 14yrs - Intro to Tech
15yrs - 24yrs - Future in Tech
25yrs - 34yrs - Transition to Tech
35yrs + - General Tech
Hyperlink Latinos Founder
Odalys Moreno is a Digital Advertising Technology professional with over 20 years of industry experience. Throughout her career, she has noticed a significant lack of Hispanic representation in the tech workforce. From her day-to-day peers to industry conference attendees, it became clear that change was needed. Frequently, family, friends, and acquaintances have approached Odalys for advice and training on becoming more tech-savvy.
2024 Cynopsis Top Women In Media Award Winner
Her passion for technology, helping others, and creating lasting change inspired her to establish a community organization that unites like-minded Latinos and supporters to grow Hispanic representation in the tech industry.
2024 Cynopsis Top Women In Media Award Winner
In environments where one feels “out of place” or “isolated,” it’s easy to become discouraged or even feel excluded. This community is here to support Latinos in tech, ensuring they feel backed and empowered. By building strength in numbers, we aim to recruit our amigos, amigas, primos, primas, and beyond into the tech world!