Meet Sara Self-eSTEM Impact Story

Sara joined Self-eSTEM at just 10 years old and found the one place where she truly felt a sense of belonging. She has since served as Junior Facilitator and mentor in the Robotics program and now a Facilitator for the Generative AI program, giving back to the same community that helped shape her into a confident, compassionate leader in STEM.

When Sara first joined Self-eSTEM at 10 years old, she was searching for a place to grow, not just as a student, but as a young woman learning who she was and who she wanted to become. What she found was a program unlike any other: a community that embraced her, challenged her, and helped her discover her strengths.

Over the years, Sara’s involvement with Self-eSTEM blossomed from participant to leader. One of her most memorable moments was stepping into the role of mentor for the Robotics program alongside her longtime friend and fellow Innovator, Siara. “It was so fun to teach the girls everything we had once learned about,” Sara reflected. 

With each year, her confidence and skill set grew. Through robotics, public speaking, and mentorship, she built strong connections with peers both younger and older. “It’s a great opportunity to connect with other girls,” she said. “I’ve learned mentoring skills and gained so much from the older ladies in the program.”

Today, Sara continues to give back to Self-eSTEM, leading with warmth, curiosity, and purpose. She recognizes the ripple effect of Self-eSTEM not just in her own journey, but in the lives of countless young girls coming up behind her. “We are creating young ladies who will one day be our future leaders in the STEM community,” she shared. “Self-eSTEM gives us the confidence and experience we’ll pass down to future generations.”

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