Detailed text transcripts for TV channel - MSNBC - 20150701:19:39:00
Opportunity. >> silicon valley has a massive gender diversity problem, massive racial diversity problem. what is the experience like for folks who placed at companies in silicon valley? do they find it to be an accepting and welcoming atmosphere? >> yeah. one of the most important things we found is that if we pair the students that come through our program with mentors in the space, it makes a huge difference in feeling like they're welcome. because as you point out, in a lot of cases, just because of what the numbers are, a code 2040 fellow may be the only person of color, only black or lati...