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Building a diverse digital future: how our partnership with Colorintech is inspiring the next generation

Posted by: Marwa Ali, Outreach Manager, GDS, Workforce and Capability., Catherine Charlery, Delivery Manager, GDS, Ajoa Akumoah, Programme Delivery Manager, GDS and Ashleigh Alexander, Senior Partnerships and Brand Officer, GDS, Posted on: 5 December 2025 - Categories: Capabilities, Digital data and technology, Emerging talent, Government Digital and Data, People and Skills
David Knott Government Chief Technology Officer, sitting on a black leather sofa holding a microphone on a panel for ColorinTech.

Over 3,500 people engaged with GDS at Black Tech Fest through our ColorinTech partnership. 92% left inspired to pursue digital Civil Service roles.

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