Science Club for Girls
About
Science Club for Girls runs free, experiential STEM programs for girls and gender-expansive youth in Cambridge, with an emphasis on communities underrepresented in science and engineering. The model pairs hands-on activities with mentoring from volunteers who are studying STEM in higher education or working in STEM careers. Removing cost as a barrier is central, and programs aim to reach kids where they already are, starting young when curiosity is high.
The nonprofit was founded in 1994 as a 501(c)(3) to address inequities in STEM tied to race, gender and socioeconomics. Its continuum runs from the early grades through high school, where participants step into junior mentoring and leadership roles. The organization reports that participants stay interested in science, take more challenging math and science courses, and know more about STEM careers. Supporters help it maintain, nourish and grow its clubs.
What to Know
- More than 55 percent of participants who go on to college choose to major in STEM fields.
- Honors include a Leadership Award in STEM Education and a Mass High Tech award to its executive director.
- Over 60% of the volunteer mentors come from backgrounds underrepresented in STEM.
- It has been recognized as a Social Innovator in STEM Education and Enrichment.
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