BrainpowHER is a club I co-founded and ran alongside a team of my peers, dedicated to empowering women in STEM. Our mission is to encourage young women with interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to explore their interests despite systemic barriers in our society. We run events that develop fundamental technical skills, like lab safety, the process of engineering, and chemical reactions. As vice president in secondary school, my contributions were: - Planned… Show more BrainpowHER is a club I co-founded and ran alongside a team of my peers, dedicated to empowering women in STEM. Our mission is to encourage young women with interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to explore their interests despite systemic barriers in our society. We run events that develop fundamental technical skills, like lab safety, the process of engineering, and chemical reactions. As vice president in secondary school, my contributions were: - Planned BrainpowHER's first fundraising event, doubling the donation goal - Designing activities during team meetings involving transferable and technical skills applicable for STEM fields- Communicating with the club advisor and transmitting messages to the executive team - Directed outreach with women working in STEM fields, facilitating mentorship opportunities and gathering advice for incoming students Show less

Tutored elementary-school age students in fundamental mathematics in a self-directed volunteer position, strengthening their academic confidence and encouraging positive social experiences.