Welcome to STEM x Social Justice, a series of workshops dedicated to shedding light on equity and diversity in the sciences!
This six-week series will explore different intersections between the worlds of STEM and social justice. Attendees of all age groups will get to listen to our Director of Training as well as guest speakers speak on these important issues while also participating in activities to solidify their learning. All participants will receive a certification at the end of the series, given that they have attended all six workshops (with a maximum of one possible absence).
The series will occur every Saturday from November 13 to December 18th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm EST.
Schedule:
Week 1 – AI Bias: How Algorithms and Technology Contribute to Discrimination
Week 2 – Existing Disparities in STEM Fields & their Causes
Week 3 – Healthcare Infrastructure
Week 4 – Data and Consumer Privacy
Week 5 – Discrimination & Health Care Practices
Week 6 – Setting Children up for Success in K-12 STEM Learning