Short Definition
An educational and professional field focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. STEM education promotes skills in these areas, which are key to technological and scientific advancements.
Relevance
STEM fields often drive technological advances, but without a focus on justice, they risk perpetuating systems of oppression. Emphasizing the needs and leadership of equity-seeking communities can reorient STEM toward dismantling these oppressive frameworks and creating tools that address historical harm.