VanguardSTEM

We welcome you to engage in constructive conversations w/ us abt identity in science & the context of science in society. None of us are free until we all are.

How do you "Take Up Space" in STEM? For us, it means being authentically YOU in any & every STEM space. This #TakeUpSpaceTuesday article discusses building inclusive STEM spaces to acknowledge the intersections of identity that LGBTQ+ women of color occupy bit.ly/4fsduyx

5 Tips for Turning Your PhD Internship into a Full-Time Offer! medium.com/vanguardstem-c…

Do you remember Mecca, our community feature when she was just a ninth-grader rocking the STEM world? We recently got an update from Mecca! Read more here on how her journey only continues to get better! conversations.vanguardstem.com/community-feat…

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Natasha Berryman explores her Top 5 Tips for Entering STEM at the Master’s Level! conversations.vanguardstem.com/my-top-5-tips-…

📚 Are you an educator looking to bring AI discussions into your classroom? Are you passionate about learning more about social and ethical issues relating to AI? For #InternationalDayofEducation, we're spotlighting the incredible resources available at ajl.org/learn. 📕#UnmaskingAI Official Action Guide: connect with @jovialjoy's story of "unmasking" hidden biases in AI systems and explore practical ways to join the fight for algorithmic justice. 🎥 @CodedBias Viewing Guide: the award-winning documentary by Shalini Kantayya is available on Netflix or you can request permission to screen the film. 💄 Drag vs AI Lesson Plan: #DRAGVSAI explores identity, gender presentation, face surveillance, artificial intelligence, and algorithmic harms - use it to host your own workshop with students. Visit ajl.org/learn today! And be sure to tag us to let us know how you use the guides - we love seeing these resources in action!

Let’s shine a spotlight on STEM change-makers! 🌟 Nominate a mentor, colleague, or trailblazer to speak on the plenary stage at #NDiSTEM2025, October 30–November 1, 2025. Help us celebrate achievements and inspire future leaders. Submit your nomination: hubs.la/Q033Pb-10 ✨

Honestly… just come sit and be in solidarity with our community while we all try to figure out how to navigate what’s ahead

We're heartbroken to share the passing of BIN member James S. Brown. He touched so many lives with his warmth. Our thoughts are with all who knew him. 🖤 You can support his family via GoFundMe: gofund.me/ce58707c

Looking for a mentor who shares your identity? We're hosting our annual #NationalMentoringMonth Guerilla Mentoring event January 29, 2025 at 6:30pm ET! We've recruited an incredible roster of mentors working in academia, industry, nonprofits and more! tinyurl.com/vs2025mentees

We need mentors from our community (that’s YOU, fam!!) to come through to support and uplift the next generation of women and non-binary folks of color in STEM. Mentors: if you’re available and already game, please sign up below by Friday tinyurl.com/VSGM2025

Earlier this year, Kenna Klass shared Reflecting on Silence, a thought-provoking exploration of group mentorship. In the article, she invites us to rethink anti-oppressive mentoring in STEM and the lessons silence can teach. Have you read it yet? conversations.vanguardstem.com/reflecting-on-…

It’s #NationalMentoringMonth, and our community needs connection and support now more than ever. We're calling on BIPOC mentors (YOU!) to come share your wisdom with emerging women of color scholars on January 29, 2025. Mentor registration closes Friday: forms.gle/5VW3p5a8gNDPQd…

Ever been interested in a career path outside of academia? Check out our article "From PhD to Industry: 5 Things to Know Before Beginning Your Journey". Dr. Kendra Souther, an Intel engineer, shares her experiences and tips for transitioning into industry. medium.com/vanguardstem-c…

Check out our community feature on Natalia Rodríguez Nuñez, a data expert and Helen Gurley Brown Fellow at the American Museum of Natural History! She empowers Latinas in tech through co-anchoring segments in Spanish about tech, for Univision NYC. 🔗 bit.ly/2EoYhQZ

DNA tests are powerful, but who owns your genetic data? For marginalized communities, DNA isn’t just personal—it’s ancestral. Protecting genetic sovereignty means guarding our stories and heritage. Our podcast dives into this topic! bit.ly/40LN2Ma

Reimagining equity in STEM involves creating liberating spaces for marginalized communities. In our article "The Impact of Mentoring Moments," Kenna, our Program Coordinator, explores how community and relationships drive change. bit.ly/3URORDN

We know the journey in grad school can be tough, but you don't just have to survive - you can thrive! Our digital curator Lupita Valencia created a guide to thriving in grad school. It provides strategies to conquer challenges & unlock your potential. conversations.vanguardstem.com/s%CC%B6u%CC%B6…