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Jelena Chaing
Working on RIPTK and Hack Punks
Jelena Chaing is the Co-Founder of Hack Punks, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting women, people of color (POC), and LGBTQIA+ communities in technology. The organization aims to foster inclusivity and growth within the tech sector by providing resources, mentorship, and opportunities for underrepresented groups.123
Chaing has a background in business consulting and entrepreneurship, with experience at various organizations including Hack Punks, Acadium, and The Knowledge Society (TKS). Her work focuses on empowering diverse communities in the tech landscape, emphasizing the importance of representation and support for marginalized groups.2
In her role at Hack Punks, she actively engages in initiatives that promote diversity in tech, contributing to a more equitable environment for aspiring technologists from various backgrounds.13