The Impact of Strong Support for SUPERGirls! 

The thought of having a mentor can stir a range of emotions for those new to the concept. Yet despite the anxiety, establishing a mentor-mentee relationship is beneficial, especially to individuals who may not have the support otherwise.

When it comes to forming a relationship for the purpose of learning and expanding your horizon, it is helpful to understand your role as a mentee and what a mentor should bring to the table. Your success depends on your confidence in the mentor-mentee relationship. Don’t be afraid to seek help elsewhere if a relationship is not working.

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At-Home STEM Experiments for SUPERGirls

 

Could you imagine holding a cloud in your hand? It may sound bizarre because nobody has hands that are long enough to reach that high. Fortunately, there is a way you can create your own cloud in a jar!

Grab your materials, and let the STEM fun begin! SUPERGirls, get ready to explore the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and math. 3, 2, 1 … Lift off!

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Houston innovator shines a spotlight on ways young women can get involved in STEM and innovation

 

Years ago, through her own experience working with students, Loretta Williams Gurnell realized there wasn’t any initiative connecting the dots for young women in terms of translating their state-mandated math and science classes into successful careers and job opportunities.

As she explains on this week’s Houston Innovators Podcast, you don’t know what you don’t know — how can girls be expected to picture themselves as a researcher, a startup founder, or a business leader if they aren’t exposed to people who look like them in those roles?

So, she set out to connect those dots and increase STEM opportunities for young women. She officially launched her organization SUPERGirls SHINE Foundation in early 2016 to focus on programming to spark STEM interest and education for girls age 10 to 17. 

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Our MISSION to Close Gender Gaps in STEM!

 

SUPERGirls SHINE Foundation (SGSF) is committed to closing the gender gap for women of color in STEM. Our mission is to equip underserved girls (women) with STEM + opportunities through early exposure.   SGSF also provides mentorship through interaction with industry leaders in our community. 

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