Coding While Black is a working session where we focus on collaborating, building tech and helping each other grow.

Virtually join your fellow "Blerds" for networking, tech talk and a tech project.

In this session we will have representatives from the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) speak to us about who they are, what they do and explain several transit related initiatives they have in progress. They will introduce each of the initiatives, describe the problems they are addressing and the potential impact these initiatives will have on transportation in the Atlanta Metro Area.

During the presentation and discussion we will learn how technology is currently leveraged and how it can be further leveraged to provide solutions. Following the presentation and Q&A, we will engage in design thinking exercises to begin “ideating” or brainstorming on potential technology enabled solutions.

Atlanta Regional Commission

The Atlanta Regional Commission is charged with peering into the future and working with our partners across the community to plan for a better, brighter tomorrow.

On any given day, ARC works with local jurisdictions and various regional partners to:

• Plan new transportation options
• Encourage the development of healthy, livable communities
• Wisely manage precious water resources
• Provide services for the region’s older adults and individuals with disabilities
• Develop a competitive workforce
• Provide data to inform leaders and decision-makers
• Cultivate leaders to meet the region’s challenges
• Coordinate with local first responders in preparing for a secure region
• Engage the public on key regional issues

The agency also serves as a regional convener, bringing diverse stakeholders to the table to address the most important issues facing metro Atlanta.

ARC’s member governments are Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry and Rockdale counties, and the city of Atlanta.

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