Building the Future of Digital Infrastructure Together
We bring together students, educators, employers, and industry leaders to create equitable pathways into one of the world’s fastest-growing fields. Through collaboration and shared purpose, we’re shaping a future-ready workforce that reflects the diversity and ambition of the digital age.
To bridge education and industry by connecting students, educators, employers, and innovators, building equitable pathways that prepare the next generation to power the world’s digital infrastructure.
A globally connected ecosystem where access to education and opportunity in digital infrastructure is universal, creating a diverse, skilled, and sustainable workforce that drives innovation, inclusion, and progress for all.
Founded as the philanthropic arm of Infrastructure Masons, DIFF transforms iMasons’ People Pillar into action, turning vision into measurable outcomes. From K–12 outreach to scholarships, capstone projects, and global partnerships, DIFF unites education and industry to tackle the growing global talent shortage.
Our Approach
Educate
Equip students and educators with resources to understand digital infrastructure.
Empower
Provide scholarships, mentorships, and pathways to employment.
Engage
Bring together global partners to scale solutions.
Evaluate
Track progress, measure impact, and share outcomes to ensure transparency.
Key Pillars
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Building Access
Making digital infrastructure education visible at K-12.
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Building Talent
Scaling programs in Digital Infrastructure in higher education.
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Building Pathways
Creating structured pathways into the industry.
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Building Outcomes
Tying funding and programs to measurable success.
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Leadership
Meet the people behind DIFF: a global community of educators, industry leaders, and innovators.
Hiba Agha
Director of People Program
Dame Dawn Childs
People Committee Chair
Bill Kleyman
People Committee Co-Chair
Sabina Bharwani
General Member
Phillip Marangella
General Member
Alison Marlow
General Member
Nicole Starosielski
General Member
Amy Marks
General Members
Partners
DIFF partners with leading organizations to drive education and workforce innovation, from global companies to community colleges.
