Journeys in STE(A)M:  Inclusion, Innovation + Impact - A Global Symposium

The Aspire Artemis Foundation is an organization that is thoroughly committed to improving the lives of girls and women from vulnerable and disadvantaged backgrounds through innovative early interventions, education, information sharing, research, and training by working to create an inclusive environment.  The activities of the Foundation strive to bridge the gaps between theory, policy, and practice. The Foundation is actively creating access and opportunity pipelines to ensure intersectional inclusion in global programs.

Aspire Artemis Foundation

How the inclusion of girls and women in STEM fields leads to greater innovation and more breakthroughs

H. Lavity Stoutt Community College

PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION IS FOR ONLINE PARTICIPATION THROUGH OUR INTERACTIVE HYBRID EVENT PLATFORM.Aspire Artemis Foundation has selected a hybrid platform that is cutting edge and immersive. It allows our hybrid audience to interact with, and ask questions directly to the in person attendees and speakers of the event. There will be competitions, lounge areas, photo booths, games and much more to allow you to be fully engaged for the entirety of the event.At Aspire Artemis, We Equip, Empower and Educate the next generation of Leaders!The lack of visible female representation in technical fields such as science, technology, engineering and math make it difficult for girls and young women to envision themselves pursuing roles that will shape future technologies. The Aspire Artemis Foundation believes that the inclusion of Arts and culture in STEM education and programming not only spurs innovation but increases opportunities for women to pursue typical STEM careers.Journeys in STE(A)M: Inclusion, Innovation + Impact: A Global Symposium is a multiple day hybrid event designed to inspire girls and young women through exposure to STE(A)M based careers and Innovation. The two following questions will frame discussions to be held at the symposium:What practical aspects of changing perceptions allow for exploring talent fully, providing sustainable and rewarding career paths for young women and girls? What specific regional policy actions will drive enhanced opportunities for young women and girls to pursue STE(A)M studies and careers?AAF, will be addressing these questions through a combination of keynote addresses, interactive workshops, group discussions, a hackathon as well an art and science exhibition and a career fair. In addition, Journeys in STE(A)M: Inclusion, Innovation + Impact will include remarks from thought leaders, specialists in STE(A)M, government, policymakers, regional government heads, as well as, surprise celebrity guests and musical performances! The Aspire Artemis Foundation (AAF) trains, build capacity, and empowers young women and girls from marginalized communities to be the next generation of STEAM leaders. AAF employs a three-pronged approach that is focused on Education, Mentorships, and Internship/Apprenticeships, otherwise known as EMI (pronounced &quot;Emmie&quot;). We utilize EMI to enhance the traditional educational experience to inspire young women and girls to shape their own pathways towards a successful life. The Foundation implements this approach through a variety of avenues, this symposium being one of them. The symposium will be two days of events that inspire and drive innovation and creativity with a broad community, including youth representatives from across the region, specialists in the STEAM areas and thought leaders.Speakers include:Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, Deputy Premier of the Virgin Islands and Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and AgricultureHonourable Ms. Sharie D. Castro, Junior Minister for Tourism at LargeHis Highness Prince Ermias Sahle Selassie, EthiopiaHer Highness Princess Saba Kebede, EthiopiaHer Highness Princess Alia al Senussi of LibyaAmbassador Rosalyn Hazelle (Saint Kitts &amp; Nevis), Senior Advisor, Director of Regional Coordination, Aspire Artemis FoundationMs. Hermina Johnny, Founder, Aspire Artemis FoundationMr. Hollis Meminger, Hollywood Cinematographer, Founder Bridgebuilder Cinematic ArtsMr. Edward Mermelstein, Commissioner to the NYC Mayor&#x27;s Office for International Affairs (TBC)Ms. Angel Pai, PBS host, Actress, Model, Entrepreneur, Humanitarian Dr. Stephon Alexander, Theoretical Physicist and Professor of Physics at Brown University, Cosmologist, Musician, Author of Jazz of Physics Ms. Farrah Simpson, Physics Ph.D Candidate, Brown UniversityMs. Jo-Ann Rolle, Dean of College, Medgar Evers CollegeMs. Jeanette Uddoh, Head of Innovation &amp; New Products at Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement Systems (IBSS)Ms. Uju, Uzo Ojinnaka, CEO Traders of Africa (Nigeria)Mr. Michael Sudarkasa, CEO Africa Business Group (South Africa)Ms. Busie Matsiko Andan, Award winning global strategist and entrepreneur (creator of one of the first Fashion tech companies to be twice acquired)Ms. MacDella Cooper, Liberian philanthropist and founder of the MacDella Cooper FoundationDr. Lola Adeyemi, COO and Co-Founder of Magna Carta Health, Founder of MentoringHer, Forbes Next1000 HonoreeMs. Negilla Cenac, CEO / Founder &amp; On air personality at KNC Radio and Director of Outreach at Aspire Artemis FoundationMs. Dominique Goss, Senior Group Manager, Strategy | Corporate CitizenshipOffice of Charitable and Community Giving | TD Charitable FoundationMs. Renita, D. Young, Anchor, Host and Morning News Correspondent · Bloomberg News Mr. Michael Sheldrick, Co-Founder Global Citizens (TBC)Dr. Eliut Flores, Founder DigitalKoruDr. Chantal Line Carpentier, Chief, United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)Dr. Didacus Jules, Director General of the Organization for Eastern Caribbean States Dr. Lilian Ajaji -Ore, Chief Learning Officer, TEDx Speaker, Professor at ColumbiaMs.Viola Edward, Multi Awarded Executive &amp; Corporate Advisor, Humanitarian (Cyprus)Ms. Lubna Dajani, Award winning futurist and tech educatorDr. Rana Dajani, Professor of molecular cell biology, Hashemite University, Jordan, Harvard Radcliffe fellow, Fulbrighter, Eisenhower fellow, Yale and Cambridge visiting professor. Ms. Juliet Ibrahim, actress, humanitarian, entrepreneurMs. Leanne Mair, Managing Director and Founder of Benefactum ConsultingMs. Coreentje Phipps Benjamin (Saint Kitts &amp; Nevis), Communications &amp; Marketing Advisor, Writer &amp; Brand Curator, Content Manager, FuelCell Energy, Green Valley Global, Inc.Dr Aisha Bailey, PhD, Founder and Principal Consultant at MLR Technology and InnovationMs. Piera Van de Wiel, Actor, Singer, Producer, Writer, Founder of Stronger with MusicDr. Claire A. Nelson, Whitehouse Champion for Change, Forbes 50 Female Futurist, Sustainability Engineer, Storyteller, Founder of Institute of Caribbean StudiesDr. Nevada Winrow, Neuropsychologist, Founder, Black Girls Dive FoundationMs. Harsha Bennur, Global Business Strategy, WW Solution Sales and Business Development · MicrosoftMs. Nikki Conley, Cloud Solution Architect, MicrosoftMs. Devanshi Joshi, Senior Cloud Solutions Architecht, MicrosoftPerformers include:Mr. Boddhi Satva, Pioneering African artist, founder of Offering Recordings &amp; Father of Ancestral Soul

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