Explora Science Center and Children's Museum of Albuquerque will receive $347,120 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the Museums for America program (CFDA 45.301) to conduct the "Roots: Supporting Black Scholars in STEAM" project from September 2021 through August 2023. The project aims to increase Explora's relationships with and relevance to Albuquerque's Black communities and provide more opportunities for Black students in Albuquerque to pursue STEAM fields. Key activities include fostering holistic, place-based STEAM learning at Explora that highlights the contributions of Black STEAM professionals and incorporates growth mindset principles. Explora will collaborate with community organizations including the Mexico Black Leadership Council and Sandia National Laboratories' Black Leadership Committee to implement project activities focused on strengthening opportunities for Black students to pursue STEAM careers.
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