Reshma Saujani

Reshma Saujani is a renowned author and the founder and CEO of Girls Who Code, an organization that works to close the gender gap in technology and engineering jobs. She is also the author of the New York Times Bestselling books Brave Not Perfect and Girls Who Code: Learn to Code and Change the World.

Saujani’s professional life has been focused on fighting for gender equity, advocating for the rights of immigrants, and pushing technology forward. She has served as a guest lecturer at Harvard University and Northwestern University and has spoken at iconic venues including the Democratic National Convention, the United Nations, and TEDxWomen. Her work has earned her numerous awards and recognitions, including a MacArthur Fellowship “Genius Grant”, recognition as a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader, and inclusion in Fortune’s 40 Under 40 list of Influential Young People in Business.

Her first book, Brave Not Perfect: Fear Less, Fail More, and Live Bolder, challenges the expectations put on young girls in today’s society, encouraging them to take risks, embrace failure, and learn from mistakes. Saujani writes that while perfection can be taught, bravery can’t be—it’s something that must be forged through experiences and challenges. She encourages readers to find their own courage and use it to overcome fears and challenges in life.

Saujani’s second book, Girls Who Code: Learn to Code and Change the World, is a celebration of the victories and disappointments that come with learning to code. Featuring stories from some of the most inspiring Girl Who Code alumni, this book is for everyone who wants to be a part of a groundbreaking movement pushing for gender equality in tech and engineering. It’s also a rallying cry for kids, parents, educators, and business leaders to lift up girls and young women and launch a new generation of coders.

Featuring advice and lessons from Saujani’s life and career, her books give readers an inspiring and uplifting look at how they can make a difference in their own lives and communities. Through Saujani’s books, readers can learn valuable lessons about self-empowerment, resilience, and building a more equitable future.