BlackMINT In The News: New Tech Mentorship Program For Black Canadian Youth Accepting Applications

BlackMINT was featured on BetaKit announcing that the Rising Star program is accepting student applications. You can read the full article here.

The Rising Star program was developed in partnership with Athlete Tech Group, a sport and tech events and media company, and RBC Future Launch. RBC Future Launch is a 10-year, $500 million initiative aimed to help Canadian youth prepare for their careers.

Rising Star is a 9-month program where 25 students will have the opportunity to gain hands on experience in tech, working with the BlackMINT team of mentors, and the ATG team of advisors. Students will network with other students with a passion for technology, and have the opportunity to earn a scholarship at the end of the program.

Applications for Rising Star are open until July 5. The program will begin July 14. Register here.