Girls STEAM Ahead with NASA: 2024 Resources in Action

October 17, 2024, 12:30 PM Pacific / 3:30 PM Eastern

The Girls STEAM Ahead with NASA program, part of NASA’s Universe of Learning, provides resources and experiences that enable youth, families, and lifelong learners to explore fundamental questions in astrophysics, experience how science is done, and discover the universe for themselves. Hear directly from the 2024 GSAWN Stipend recipients who are using these free resources and get ideas to implement in your own programs.

Holiday Sweater Networking

December 12, 2024, 12:00 PM Pacific / 3:00 PM Eastern

Grab your hot cocoa and your favorite winter or holiday sweater for this fun and festive collaboration networking event! During this event, you will get the chance to meet and exchange information with individuals who are interested in STEM equity through a combination of large group and breakout group activities. From educators to researchers, college students to caregivers, we welcome ALL interested individuals to register and join the fun!

Support the Youth Advisory Board

Are you ready to make a bold statement? By grabbing our exclusive Breaking STEM Stereotypes t-shirts, sweatshirts, or totes, you’re not just showcasing your style; you’re actively supporting the next generation of female innovators!

100% of the proceeds go directly to our Youth Advisory Board, empowering girls to thrive in STEM fields and championing gender equity. This is more than just a fashion choice; it’s a meaningful investment in a future where all girls can pursue their passions without limitations.

Free shipping October 3 - 8, 2024

Jumpstart Planning for Citizen Science Month 2025

October 22, 2024 12:00 PM Pacific / 3:00 PM Eastern

Learn how your library or community organization can become a community hub for citizen science and discover how to leverage free customizable resources, professional development, the new SciStarter Ambassador program, peer-to-peer networking, and more leading up to and during Citizen Science Month April 2025. Register.

CSforALL Summit - Milwaukee, WI, October 23-25, 2024. Register.

Technica Hackathon - Virtual/College Park, MD, October 26-27, 2024. Register.

2024 STEM Learning Ecosystems Community of Practice (SLECoP) Convening - Chicago, IL, October 29-31, 2024. Register.

Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) #2024NDiSTEM Conference - Phoenix, AZ, October 31 - November 2, 2024. Register.

North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) 2024 Conference - Pittsburgh, PA, November 6-9, 2024. Register.

National Science Teaching Association Conference - New Orleans, LA, November 6-9, 2024. Register.

National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) Programs

With nearly 300 companies in their membership, the NFPA is a trade association serving manufacturers of fluid power (hydraulic and pneumatic) components and systems, their distributors, suppliers, and related educators. NFPA members are motivated to grow the number of students educated in fluid power and connect them to careers in the fluid power industry. Learn about available grants, scholarships, curriculum, the Fluid Power Action Challenge, and more at nfpafoundation.org. If you have any questions, contact NFPA's Workforce Team at workforce@nfpa.com.

NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Awards

Applications are now open for the The National Center for Women in Technology (NCWIT) Aspirations in Computing Awards. Awards are available for exemplary high school students, college students, and educators. Learn more and apply.

SWENext High School Leadership Academy

The SWENext High School Leadership Academy (SHLA) is an engaging virtual program that builds self-confidence and resilience among pre-college students interested in engineering and technology degrees and provides multiple opportunities to network with peers, mentors, role models, and industry professionals. Learn more.

About Us

The National Girls Collaborative Project™ promotes equity and STEM experiences as diverse as the world we live in. Our mission is to connect, create, and collaborate to transform STEM for all youth.

Support Our Work

Help create the tipping point for gender equity in STEM. Your support helps NGCP connect, create, and collaborate to transform STEM for all youth. Your generosity allows us to support programs working to increase girls’ interest in STEM by providing collaboration support, professional development, curriculum, and helpful evaluation and assessment techniques. Consider making a recurring donation to maximize your impact!

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Explore the store and snag your favorite STEM goodies. Every purchase goes towards empowering youth voices through NGCP's Youth Advisory Board and helps to create STEM experiences as diverse as the world we live in.

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