The number of jobs in STEM is increasing by 8% each year, meaning the demand for qualified professionals is also increasing.

STEM inventions are literally saving the world. From finding a way to 3D-print respirator parts to the announcement this week that scientists made a breakthrough in inventing a new form of clean energy, those who pursue STEM careers are using their smarts for good.

Take Anna Heck, for example. She’s using technology to “create the future of smart cities where access to clean water is no longer an issue.“ The intersection of climate action and STEM is crystal clear to us, and visionaries like Anna remind us that there are many bright minds out there who are ready to use their STEM knowledge to combat climate change. Another STEM superhero is Sofia Ongele, who uses her coding skills to encourage civic engagement through website building, while inspiring other young people to pursue STEM. She was also featured on the Disney+ series Growing Up!

Unfortunately, too many young people, especially girls and BIPOC individuals, don’t pursue a career in STEM because of a lack of resources and representation. The lack of resources is a huge letdown, as the field is seriously missing out on some stellar minds and untapped potential. Considering that STEM is the fastest growing job sector in the world, this gap blocks young people from economic mobility.

It’s time to close the gap between bright young people and their hopes to make an impact through STEM. So, where can you start envisioning yourself in the field?

• Join our Make STEM 100% program, where you can learn about STEM resources and demand better access in your community. Start here.
• Explore the field to see if STEM is for you. See what careers are available, join a coding club, or join a college prep program to get 1:1 advice on choosing a STEM career. Our STEM resource guide has more ideas, so check it out here.
• Join a mentorship program like all tech is human, which facilitates connections between students and people working in the STEM field.

Young people are the future superheroes of STEM and the time to make these careers more widely available is NOW. What do you say? Will you join our STEM revolution?

Let’s Do This!

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To Make STEM 100%, we know that it’s more than just highlighting how these careers are a key part of creating a better world. We also need to close the gap between young people and their STEM dreams.

Find out what our members have done so far:

“Sharing STEM resources with others is important to me because not everyone has access to the same level of tools. Some students are disadvantaged while others are fortunate to live in a district that supplies many STEM resources. Sharing common resources allows everyone to learn the same amount.” -Sophie, 18

“Sharing STEM tools and resources is very important to me because I feel like not a lot of students have access to STEM classes and not very many schools have good STEM programs. Raising STEM awareness to everyone will improve education. Making even just a little difference in the world of today can have a big impact on the world of tomorrow. I shared the Make STEM 100% article with my sister, best friend, and teacher. This small act of awareness can make such a big difference.” -Cyenna, 17

When you share a resource guide or contact your school administrator, you’ll be entered to earn a $2,000 scholarship!

We’re totally obsessed…with these eight young people who are changing the future of STEM. Check them out today! 

The House just passed a bill to protect same-sex marriage! If the bill is signed into law, it will grant federal protections to same-sex and interracial couples, rather than relying on past Supreme Court decisions that as we saw this year can be overturned. The good news is that President Biden is expected to sign it, hooray!

Brittany Griner is coming home. After being in Russian detention for nearly a year, this basketball star will finally be able to come back to the USA. 

There’s a “healthy buildings” movement brewing, and we’re here for it. Architects, scientists, and doctors are teaming up to rethink how we construct large buildings, centering physical and emotional well-being as their driving force. If the movement is successful, the future of construction will look much healthier and even better for the environment.

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