For more than 40 years, BDPA has enabled the upward
mobility of African Americans and other minorities in the Information
Technology (IT) and STEM fields. Through its 30+ local community chapters in major cities across the
United States,
BDPA has been at the forefront of promoting the minority agenda within the IT profession since 1975.
BDPA has been
a leader and pioneer in technology and STEM training for IT professionals and High School students
since 1986. Our
National High School Computer Competition (HSCC) program which is a hands-on training program, has
introduced tens
of thousands of high school students to coding and application development while also presenting
opportunities for
students to obtain college scholarships due to the generosity of our sponsors and partners. Because
of BDPA’s focus
on students and professional members alike, we continue to support and lead the upward success of
our members “from
the classroom to the boardroom”.
Our Mission
To build a pipeline of diverse professionals and aspiring students in the STEM and digital
technology fields through innovative professional and technical development programs and activities.
Our Vision
To be the leading and most recognized organization in enabling digital leadership preparedness for
aspiring diverse professionals.
What We Believe
That our purpose is to serve and elevate others
That preparing students and young professionals today for leadership tomorrow is a necessity
That a talented and diverse group of people is the most creative and innovative workforce