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If ever there was an organisation that really reflected the core principals of inclusivity and opportunity for young people to engage with STEM it is SciFest CLG The volunteerism of its founder Sheila Porter is nothing short of outstanding. An organisation that has such impactful outreach but is reliant on volunteerism is worrying. Sponsors need to get on board to maintain these opportunities for students. Unlike other science STEM organisations in Ireland, there is no fee, there is no elimination after work has begun, there is a chance for Science communication at all levels for all students. There is an evidenced pathway to success for students. What I saw this year at Regeneron ISEF, the worlds most prestigious pre collliagiate science fair, was the world esteem that SciFest CLG is held in. For the organisation to do so much with so little, to be held in the regard it is, is an achievement of note for Ireland. To put our students on a world stage, and to achieve success, is testament to a model that supports our growing STEM achievements, and yet we are a very small country. This little country can compete with the funded nations, imagine what we could achieve with effective financing!! Department of Education — Ireland European Space Agency - ESA Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland Regeneron Science Foundation Ireland Society for Science Intel Corporation Huawei Women in STEM Summit & Awards Norah Patten

Congratulations to the 15,439 students who participated in SciFest this year! SciFest doesn't just happen in schools, it is a co-ordinated effort by teachers, SNAs, school management teams, school administration, and students! Without their dedication and commitment, SciFest would not be possible. SciFest was created in 2006 to encourage an interest in, and love of, the STEM subjects. SciFest is implemented at four distinct levels: local (SciFest@School), regional (SciFest@College), national (SciFest National Final) and international. Being locally and regionally based, open to all and free to enter, SciFest is uniquely diverse, inclusive, and accessible. It makes it possible for every young person, whatever their background, circumstance, or intellectual ability, to experience the excitement of participating in a STEM fair. This participation encourages independent learning, builds self-confidence, and introduces students to the myriad of opportunities available in STEM. We are busy planning SciFest 2025. We invite sponsors to join us in supporting the next generation of innovators. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and to view our current partners and sponsors, please get in touch! To learn more about the SciFest programme visit www.scifest.ie Department of Education — Ireland Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Technological University Dublin Technological University of the Shannon Dublin City University Munster Technological University South East Technological University Atlantic Technological University Dundalk Institute of Technology Irish Tech News Silicon Republic The Irish Times The Independent Mediahuis IRL Irish Examiner Marino Institute of Education

🚀✨ Transforming Curiosity into Action: The Heartbeat of STEM Outreach ✨🚀 Why do we pour our hearts and souls into STEM outreach? The answer unfolded in a whirlwind of inspiration just a week ago at the #WOMADs Physics Pavilion, where I had the privilege of orchestrating an array of STEM talks and workshops. It was a journey of engaging minds, those who traditionally might not venture into the realms of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Imagine a weekend brimming with over 30 sessions, each a unique voyage into the wonders of STEM: 🌞 Crafting your very own solar charger alongside the brilliant minds from #SussexUniversity. 🍸 Diving into the Physics of Gin with the remarkable Anne Pawsey (European Physical Society), where science and spirits collide. 🌌 Taking control of the Large Hadron Collider in an immersive session with the visionary Sam Gregson, making the vast universe a little more graspable. 🎭 Unveiling the mysteries behind fake videos and the potential of AI in altering the course of elections, a demonstration that left us pondering the ethical dimensions of technology. 📚 Drifting into the world of science and technology bedtime stories, where tales of innovation lulled us into dreams of possibility. ⚡ And the live experiment of controlling Tesla coils with music, a symphony of science and art. This incredible journey was made possible through my involvement with #Adaptakind and #pledge1percent, allowing me to contribute my share to the magic of #WOMAD. A heartfelt thank you to the CERN & Society Foundation for this opportunity to participate. STEM outreach is more than just sharing knowledge; it's about igniting a spark of curiosity, breaking down barriers, and showing that the world of STEM is a playground of endless possibilities, open to all. It's about inspiring the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and dreamers to explore beyond the horizon. Let's continue to spread this spark, making each discovery a stepping stone to a future where everyone can marvel at the magic of STEM. 🌍💡 #STEMOutreach #InnovationForAll #WOMAD2024 #FutureInnovators Photo courtesy of Orlando Prügel-Bennett

Inspiring Change in the Next Generation This week has been nothing short of extraordinary. I had the privilege of speaking to an incredible group of young women from the STEM Next Opportunity Fund Flight Crew, each representing their home state with pride and purpose. These brilliant teenage girls are on a transformative journey to dismantle stereotypes and ignite a passion for #STEM among their peers through active community engagement. Their energy was palpable, their determination unwavering. It was a room alive with potential, a testament to the power of young minds committed to making a difference. But the inspiration didn't stop there. Over 150,000 Out-of-School time professionals joined us, alongside numerous industry partners, all united in the vision of a more inclusive and diverse future in STEM fields. Reflecting on our journey, it's incredible to see how far we've come since Intel proudly became a founding member of the Million Girls Moonshot four years ago. Today, we celebrate a monumental milestone: over 5.2 million youth and 2.6 million girls have been exposed to the wonders of STEM, thanks to this initiative. This is more than just numbers; it's a narrative of change, of breaking barriers and envisioning a world where every girl has the opportunity to pursue her dreams in #science, #technology, #engineering, and #mathematics. Let's continue to support and empower these bright young minds. Together, we can ensure that the sky is not the limit but just the beginning. #MillionGirlsMoonshot #FutureLeaders #IamIntel #girlsinSTEM

Check out this article about a #DEI initiative I have been working on with Kara Combs and Trevor B. as a part of the INFORMS DEI Committee. If you are curious how to get involved with this group, don’t hesitate to reach out to me!

/SXSW 2025, Youth-Led STEM: a Seismic Shift in Education/ LinkedIn Fam, The SXSW (South by Southwest) 2025 Panel Picker is OPEN, and Guadalupe Miranda (Lupe), Lino Marrero, Sritej Padmanabhan, and I need YOUR help to bring our education panel, which STEM Next Opportunity Fund and EXPLR media invited us to sit on, to SXSW audiences. ➡ Meet our panel (high-level summary of panel members current and prior experience) Guadalupe Miranda (Lupe) *Stanford University student, *Co-Founder of Eyes on Chicago, a non-profit increasing access to interactive science education, *Founder and CEO of Resilient Hands for Latine, a non-profit providing support including food and clothing to under-resourced populations, *Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholar, *Thrive Scholars Scholar, *Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew Member Lino Marrero *High School Senior, *Inventor of Kinetic Kickz 2.0 -shoes that generate energy to charge electronic devices including cell phones, *National Stem Challenge Champion, *NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Intern, *Johns Hopkins Biomedical Engineering School Intern, *Nickelodeon and TIME Magazine Top 5 Kid of the Year Finalist Sritej Padmanabhan *High School Sophomore, *Science researcher who leverages machine learning applications and computational algorithms to explore the human brain and find novel solutions for challenges including Parkinson's disease, *National Stem Challenge Champion, * Youth Research Initiative (YRI) Founder and CEO -an organization providing research mentorship to high school students, *3M Young Scientist Challenge Top Ten Finalist, Intel Corporation International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 3rd Place Robotics & Intelligent Machines Winner Isabella Green *Yale University student, *Founder and CEO of The Stem Well, a pediatric cancer non-profit that reduces healthcare inequities, *Princeton University Prize in Race Relations Winner, *Ron Brown Scholar Program Scholar, *Thrive Scholars Scholar, *Million Girls Moonshot Flight Crew Member and Mentor, *QuestBridge Finalist, *U.S. Department of Education and EXPLR National STEM Challenge Advisory Council Member, *Congressional Recognition Recipient, *Afterschool Alliance Keynote Speaker and Champion ➡ How can you help? We humbly ask our networks to vote for us and share! 1. Click or copy and paste this link: https://lnkd.in/epudket9 2. Sign-in. 3. Select the Up Arrow ⬆ to vote (((YES)))) for our panel titled "Youth-Led STEM: a Seismic Shift in Education." We appreciate and THANK YOU in advance. 📆 *The voting deadline is August 18, 2024. ➡ What is SXSW? SXSW is an internationally recognized conference and festival founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, that celebrates the intersection of tech, film, music, education, and culture and usually attracts over 300,000 participants. #MillionGirlsMoonshot #FlightCrew #NationalSTEMChallenge #STEM #STEAM #YouthVoice #SXSW #Education #EducationPanel #LeadershipForTomorrow

In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(STEM) disciplines has become increasingly vital. As the world faces complex challenges such as climatic change, technological advancement, and public health crises, the important of engaging youth in STEM Fields cannot be overstated.A conference panel discussion like this one is essential for several compelling reasons, including: Empowering Future Leaders; Seeking Diverse Perspectives and Solutions; and Collaboration Between Generations.

“The IEEE STEM Summit provides pre-university thought leaders with the opportunity to come together to share their best practices and motivate each other to inspire the next generation of #engineers and technologists," says Jamie Moesch, managing director of IEEE Educational Activities. Have you heard of our annual IEEE #STEM Summit? Read about how the "Summit Shares Best Practices for Attracting #Students to STEM" and the interesting topics discussed during the virtual sessions. https://lnkd.in/eYKgGqgp

#Texoma #Semiconductor #TechHub member Stemuli founder and CEO Taylor Shead, highlighted in the Inc. Magazine, "believes video games can shape the way K-12 students learn--and the way they make career decisions." "Last year, the Gates Foundation made a seven-figure grant to Stemuli to produce data over the next couple of years illustrating how its gaming platform can increase the quality and accessibility of education for Black and Brown communities in some of the country's largest school districts." "In Dallas, Stemuli is a part of the Texoma Semiconductor Tech Hub, a consortium focused on strengthening the semiconductor supply chain and workforce pipeline in north Texas and southern Oklahoma. Stemuli's platform is going to be the tool that helps engage minority communities around these and other job opportunities in the semiconductor industry, which is projected to be worth $1 trillion worldwide by 2030, according to McKinsey." #EDATechHubs #TSTH #DigitalTwins #Workforce https://lnkd.in/gCH_xm4B

I could be a bit bias folks, but Renee is a dynamic and knowledgeable facilitator. If you are going to be at the STEM innovation summit, check out her session!