S&L Research Opinions

S&L Research Opinions shares sharp, experience-driven perspectives on STEM education, research culture, equity, and the student experience. Rooted in lived expertise and direct community insight, these pieces challenge outdated norms, expose data gaps, and spark dialogue that pushes STEM forward—positioning STEM & Leaf as a growing research voice in STEM access and representation.

Women of Color Don’t Feel Safe in STEM Spaces — And Here’s Why That Matters

In a recent TechBridge meeting, every woman of color in the room — without exception — said she does not feel safe in STEM spaces unless someone of her race and sex is present. It was our third meeting session for the STEM Equity Learning Community: Building STEM Identities Through Belonging & Practice Mindset , and the facilitator posed the question: How do we feel when we see someone who looks like us in a STEM space? In a Zoom room full of educators, founders, coordinat

S&L Research Opinions

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Nov 29, 20253 min read