Empowering girls in STEM through mentoring and leadership
Seeds of Success: Empowering Girls in STEM Through Mentoring, Access, and Leadership
This study is all about encouraging middle school girls, especially African American and Latina girls, to explore exciting careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) by connecting them with relatable role models and fun activities that boost their confidence and skills in these fields.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922684 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project aims to inspire middle school girls, particularly African American and Latina females, to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). It provides relatable role models and mentors from similar backgrounds, along with workshops and activities that promote STEM self-efficacy and critical thinking. The program will recruit 160 girls annually from Puerto Rico and New Haven, CT, offering both online and in-person experiences to enhance their understanding of STEM fields. By aligning cultural identities with STEM interests, the initiative seeks to counteract stereotypes and encourage participation in these vital areas.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are middle school girls in grades 7-9, particularly those from underrepresented and underserved communities.
Not a fit: Girls outside of the specified age range or those not interested in STEM fields may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the representation of African American and Latina women in STEM careers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives aimed at increasing diversity in STEM through mentorship and community engagement have shown positive outcomes, suggesting this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Guerrero-Medina, Giovanna — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Guerrero-Medina, Giovanna
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.