Collaboration highlights commitment to gender
equity in tech
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Nov. 17,
2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sabre
Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and
technology provider powering the global travel
industry, today announced a partnership with Girls Who
Code (GWC), an international non-profit organization dedicated to
closing the gender gap in technology and changing the image of what
a programmer looks like and does.
Sabre's sponsorship will help empower a generation of
change-makers by supporting Girls Who Code after school clubs for
3rd to 12th graders, which seek to educate, engage and connect
girls with technology in their communities. At the
collegiate-level, the GWC alumni program helps women develop
skills, build confidence, and connect with women in technology.
"As a leading technology provider for the travel industry, Sabre
has a vested interest in making sure tomorrow's brightest
technologists embody the rich diversity that we need in our
company," Shawn Williams, Chief
People Officer for Sabre. "Girls Who Code and its focus on gender
equity in engineering and other technology fields aligns with our
commitment to embrace a culture where every team member has an
opportunity to be successful as we work together to develop the
solutions that will power the future of travel."
Through Sabre's Women In Tech resource group, Sabre team members
will have the opportunity to actively engage in Girls Who Code
events, community-building activities and recruitment opportunities
for Sabre internships and careers.
"At Girls Who Code, we understand that it's not enough to foster
a passion for computer science among girls and young women. We also
need to build pathways to ensure that they are given equal access
to opportunities that turn their interest into lucrative and
exciting careers," said Tarika
Barrett, CEO of Girls Who Code. "Our partnership with Sabre
is an important step in our work to close the gender gap in tech
and level the playing field for our most marginalized
students."
Sabre is committed to creating a culture of inclusion and
belonging and values the diversity of our employees all around the
world. Sabre's inclusion groups, including Women In Technology and
Women's Career Network, foster an environment where employees can
bring their full selves to work and belong. In addition, Sabre's
corporate social responsibility (CSR) program has a rich history of
giving back to our communities all over the world, including the
support of organizations who educate and empower underrepresented
and underserved groups. Full-time team members are also given one
paid day, every quarter, to give time to causes and organizations
they choose.
About Sabre Corporation
Sabre Corporation is a leading
software and technology company that powers the global travel
industry, serving a wide range of travel companies including
airlines, hoteliers, travel agencies and other suppliers. The
company provides retailing, distribution and fulfilment solutions
that help its customers operate more efficiently, drive revenue and
offer personalized traveller experiences. Through its leading
travel marketplace, Sabre connects travel suppliers with buyers
from around the globe. Sabre's technology platform manages more
than $260B worth of global travel
spend annually. Headquartered in Southlake, Texas, USA, Sabre serves customers
in more than 160 countries around the world. For more information
visit www.sabre.com.
About Girls Who Code
Girls Who Code is an
international nonprofit organization working to close the gender
gap in technology, and leading the movement to inspire, educate,
and equip students who identify as girls or nonbinary
with the computing skills needed to pursue 21st century
opportunities. Since launching in 2012, Girls Who Code has reached
500,000 students through our in-person and virtual programming, and
115,000 of our alumni are college or career-aged.
Media Contact:
Kristin Hays
Kristin.hays@sabre.com
Heidi Castle
heidi.castle@sabre.com
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