DEI in STEM
It ain't easy but diversity, equity and inclusion matter...
Discriminatory practices have altered and are still negatively effecting the countries primary, secondary and college/university education systems. Work must be done at each education level to ensure members of underrepresented communities know that their race and culture's contributions to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) exist, matter and are appreciated. Please join us as we immerse ourselves in The Minoritized STEM Experience, where you will get a front seat to the perspective of the underrepresented while discussing ways to foster a learning environment where everyone feels seen, heard and mathematically empowered.
Many teachers work hard to provide rigorous and rich educational experiences in the areas of STEM but the dissemination of such information can be challenging. Students learn at different paces, show varying levels of motivation and initiative in challenging subjects, and can get to caught up on the old sentiment, "When will I ever use this?"
And let's not forget the differences between school districts. Different schools offer different STEM enrichment programs. Some schools offer nothing at all. Many schools who struggle to provide their students quality STEM education are within communities of color. This is why many Native American/Alaskan, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latin, Asian/Pacific Islander and those who identify as multi-racial, are the least prepared to acquire STEM degrees. They collectively...yes collectively acquired fewer than 25% of the science and engineering degrees in 2018. My mission is to increase opportunity, participation, cultural awareness and success in STEM education and professional development for people of color.
I am open to help anyone succeed in STEM. I also know that when all people are offered opportunities for quality STEM education, all people will benefit!