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Launching the Delivery Hero Tech Academy to promote diversity in the technology industry

DGAP-News: Delivery Hero SE / Key word(s): Miscellaneous Launching the Delivery Hero Tech Academy to promote diversity in the technology industry 05.05.2021 / 08:00 The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Delivery Hero Tech Academy is a new initiative to increase diversity and representation in the technology industry In partnership with DCI, the program equips students with knowledge of Java and Python coding languages to start a career as an entry-level engineer at Delivery Hero The application period will be open from 5 May 2021 to 15 July 2021. More information on how to apply can be found on the website here. Berlin, 5 May 2021 - Today, Delivery Hero SE ("Delivery Hero"), the world's leading local delivery platform, in partnership with Digital Career Institute ("DCI"), announced the launch of the Delivery Hero Tech Academy. This is an opportunity to enhance diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the technology industry.

The Delivery Hero Tech Academy is a cross-collaboration between Delivery Hero's Diversity & Inclusion, Tech, and Talent Acquisition teams. Together with DCI, the company has developed a training program for under-represented groups to launch their career in tech. The program is fully funded by Delivery Hero and equips students with relevant skills and knowledge, including Java and Python coding languages. After completing the curriculum, students will have the opportunity to start their careers as entry-level engineers at Delivery Hero.

The program will take place in Berlin and is open to anyone who would like to learn how to code. It is tailored to people with little or no previous coding experience. Diverse or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. The application period will be from 5 May 2021 to 15 July 2021. More information on how to apply can be found on the dedicated website here.

Christian Hardenberg, Chief Technology Officer at Delivery Hero, said: "At Delivery Hero, we know that enhancing diversity in the tech industry matters. Diversity fuels creativity and contributes to sustainable success. The perspectives of individuals with different backgrounds and experiences enables us to solve the most complex challenges and foster innovation at Delivery Hero. We look forward to increasing representation in the tech industry in the future."