Elevating Black Excellence

Equity. Technology. Sustainability.

We are reshaping the future through equity, technology, and sustainability.

2012
Founded
250K+
Platform reach
14
Years of impact
Scotland
Based and proud

Upcoming events

Black and Scot Workshop: Power Automate
18 Jun 2026 · Zoom

Black and Scot Workshop: Power Automate

Join our FREE 4-Week Introduction to Power Platform Bootcamp and gain practical knowledge that can strengthen your employability and digital skills.

FREE
Black and Scot Training: Project Controls and Planning
7 Aug 2026 · Zoom

Black and Scot Training: Project Controls and Planning

Ready to break into Project Controls & Planning? Join our 14-Week Bootcamp and gain practical experience

Subsidised
Black Tech Conference: 11th September 2026
11 Sep 2026 · 1 West Regent Street, Glasgow, G2 1RW

Black Tech Conference: 11th September 2026

Black Tech Scotland Conference 2026 Scotland's First National Gathering of Black Creative, Media & Tech Professionals

FREE
The Black Scot Gala
2 Oct 2026 · Aberdeen

The Black Scot Gala

The Black Scot Gala: An evening where excellence is recognised, achievements are celebrated, and connections are forged.

Ticketed
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A network built on three pillars

I

Learning

From cyber security training to youth tech programmes, we open doors to skills and knowledge that change careers and lives. Learning sits at the heart of everything we deliver.

II

Connections

We bring Black professionals and their allies together across Scotland, building a community where opportunities are shared, voices are heard, and nobody walks alone.

III

Growth

Through mentoring, events, and platforms that reach over 250,000 people, we help individuals, businesses, and communities grow into their full potential.

Three promises that guide our work

Equity

Fair access to opportunity, representation, and recognition for Black communities across Scotland. Equity is not an add-on. It is the foundation.

Business Heritage

Technology

Building pathways into tech careers, championing digital skills, and amplifying Black voices in Scotland's technology and media landscape.

Technology Media

Sustainability

Creating initiatives designed to last: programmes, partnerships, and platforms that keep delivering impact for generations to come.

Sustainability

Where the work happens

Equity

Advisory that helps organisations embed equity into how they operate, plus Black Talent support for inclusive hiring, retention, and leadership.

Advisory Black Talent

Technology

Scotland's first woman-led Black tech initiative. Black Tech Scotland, women and girls in tech and cyber, ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials support, ScotAfrique, and skills development.

Black Tech Scotland Women in Tech

Sustainability

Routes into the green and just transition economy, and early investment in young people so the impact of the work lasts a lifetime.

Green Transition Future Talent
Explore What We Do

Together our initiatives are reshaping a future that is equitable, positively reshapes people and society, and can last a lifetime.

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