Our Mission
Theory of Change
If we can build community, capacity, and power for and with scientists across diverse and historically marginalized communities, then we can change who leads the public enterprise of science and how they lead, in order to serve and protect the interests and needs of society.
Mission
The mission of Reclaiming STEM Institute is to build leadership and communication skills with marginalized scientists, in order for scientists and scientific institutions to address, repair, and heal from historical and ongoing systems of oppression.
Vision
The vision of Reclaiming STEM Institute is a future of diverse, justice-focused scientific leadership across scientific research, communication, policy-engagement, and advocacy. We view human rights, access, participation, authenticity, and equity as fundamental principles in scientific leadership.
Organizational programmatic focus
Scientific communication and leadership (workshops, lectures, publications, awards)
Research (analyses, publication)
Policy (workshops, direct legislative advocacy)
Advocacy (organizing workshops and addressing structural/systemic barriers)
“Attending Reclaiming STEM was probably the most empowering experience I have had in grad school. I felt excited about being a scientist, scientific communication, and fighting for intersectional diversity. It was one of the few times when I felt like I could really bring my whole self to a professional environment.”