Andrea Delgado-Olson facts for kids

Andrea Delgado-Olson is a talented computer scientist. She started an important group called Native American Women in Computing (NAWiC). Andrea is also a member of the Ione Band of Miwok Indians. Today, she works as a top leader for a tech company called ZaaWink.

Growing Up

Andrea Delgado-Olson grew up in Orinda, California. This town is close to Oakland. Her mother was a lawyer who worked in a field mostly led by men. Andrea looked up to her mother as a strong role model.

Andrea first went to a community college. She earned a certificate to teach preschool. For 15 years, she taught young children. Later, she went back to school to get her bachelor's degree. She then earned her master's degree in computer science from Mills College.

Making a Difference

Andrea Delgado-Olson created Native American Women in Computing (NAWiC) in 2014. This group helps and supports Indigenous women who work in technology. It's a community where they can connect and grow.

Currently, Andrea is a Program Manager at Anita B.org. This organization has an online community for women in computing. She helps manage groups like Systers and GHC Communities. Her work helps many women in the tech world.