The Drupal community has long championed the values of diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, but how can we ensure those values are reflected in the way we build and grow our teams? While many agencies and organizations realize the importance of creating opportunities, for many groups of people, meaningful pathways to enter the tech world are hard to come by.

Drawing from the journey of growing our internship program, we’ll share insights on what we've learned about guiding interns toward becoming confident Drupal developers. We’ll cover the challenges, successes, and key strategies for nurturing talent and creating opportunities for those who might not otherwise have access to them. Whether you’re an agency leader, a community contributor, or simply passionate about fostering new talent, we hope to inspire you to enhance your own internship programs or create possibilities for people from all walks of life.

Let’s move beyond words and make inclusion a reality—one opportunity at a time.