Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor and celebrate the rich cultural contributions of the Hispanic and Latino communities. From celebrating employees to launching community initiatives, tech is embracing the diverse voices that make the industry stronger. See how tech is spotlighting the Hispanic community in this week’s Tech At Work.
How Tech is Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
Comcast NBCUniversal honored the multi-layered and richly complex identities found within Hispanic and Latino communities through its “Celebrating All That We Are” campaign.
Verizon launched Textspañol, a first-of-its-kind resource of Spanish textspeak.
Dell shared one employee’s perspective and how he embraces his Mexican roots and American experiences.
DoorDash kicked off the month with a series of events ranging from farmers markets to trivia and community service to honor the rich cultures and significant contributions of Hispanic Americans.
HPE highlighted stories from its Hispanic and Latinx team members for their their change-making contributions all month long.
Meta used its platform, Elevate, to highlight the intersection of innovation and small business through their theme, En el Horizonte: Amplificando el negocio a través de la innovación / On the Horizon: Amplifying Innovation in Business.
Nasdaq spotlighted its Latinx members and entrepreneurs to elevate their voices during Hispanic Heritage Month.
Indeed shared how one employee uses this month to reflect on the profound influence that Hispanic culture and his Mexican heritage has had on shaping his identity.
NetApp celebrated its Employee Business Resource Group, UNIDOS, which brings together employees from the diverse Latin American, Hispanic, and Luso Diaspora and allies to make new connections, feel supported, and advocate for common interests.
Pinterest created its theme, Mi Gente / Minha Gente to highlight solidarity, mutual support, collective strength, and belonging, and compiled Latiné music, fashion, and beauty inspiration on its platform.
Snapchat developed new filters and lenses and spotlighted profiles and videos to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Waymo spotlighted what makes their communities of Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles vibrant.
Rover shared four Hispanic Businesses to support during Hispanic Heritage Month.
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