Black Sisters in STEM

Black Sisters in STEM

Education

New York, NY 13,418 followers

Backed by Techstars, we are redefining the journey of Black Gen Z women in STEM.

About us

Vision: Reinventing the path for Black women in early career stages pursuing STEM-based careers. Mission: We are breaking boundaries and building Black Female futures by pioneering a transformative model: integrating financial, academic, and psychosocial support to empower Black women in STEM for academic and career success. About Us: We uniquely address the pipeline and pathway problem for Black women in STEM. Black Sisters in STEM (Black SiS) is on a mission to unleash the global brilliance of Black women in STEM through portfolio building, mentorship and technical upskilling at scale. We prepare them with the technical skill set, inclusive leadership skills, and cultural competency to meet the demands of the emergent workforce. Black SiS is cultivating a pipeline of skilled Black women in STEM who are leading the way in addressing the racial wealth gap and creating multi-generational change. We have the potential to be the largest talent network and skills database of Black women in STEM globally. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.blacksis.org For all questions/general enquiry, contact: [email protected] Direct all partnership enquiries/requests to: [email protected]

Website
https://linktr.ee/blacksis
Industry
Education
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2023

Locations

Employees at Black Sisters in STEM

Updates

  • It is giving season at Black Sisters in STEM. Our virtual fundraiser for Black Women in STEM, The Turning Point, is ongoing, and we are gearing up for an extraordinary Friendsgiving Summit—an event dedicated to everyone devoted to making a tangible impact in the lives of Black women across the globe.🌎 Our BIG GOAL with this virtual fundraiser is for 300 different people to give $480 each. At Black Sisters in STEM, we envision a world where every aspiring Black woman in STEM has the necessary resources to thrive. At present, Black women are disproportionately underserved in the STEM field. We invite you to join us at our Friendsgiving Summit, strategically scheduled on Giving Tuesday, as we come together to give, empower, and uplift.🤩 📆 Date: November 28th, 2023 🕰 Time: 2 pm EST, 7 PM GMT, 8 PM WAT 📍 Location: Virtual via Airmeet 🎯Secure your seat today: https://lnkd.in/erq7bY4d Let's make a collective impact that resonates far beyond the confines of Giving Tuesday.🚀 Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Google Microsoft Women's Philanthropy Circle ServiceNow Bloomberg Philanthropies Morgan Stanley Inclusive Innovation and Opportunity Dell Technologies Joyce Payne Thurgood Marshall College Fund Dr. Jackie “Bouvier” Copeland The WISE Fund Abdelwadood Daoud

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  • We are excited to invite you to The Power of Community, Building Your Social Impact Part 3, where we’ll explore how our community can help us grow, thrive, and support one another in every aspect of life. You’ll have the chance to connect with like-minded sisters, share your experiences, and learn valuable strategies to build lasting relationships within the community.

    The Power Of Community: Building Your Social Impact Part 3

    The Power Of Community: Building Your Social Impact Part 3

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  • Hey Sisters! 👋 We’re thrilled to announce an 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 event, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟑. ✨ What to Expect? 1.Hear firsthand how building a strong community has shaped the vision and success of Black Sisters in STEM. 2.Dive into meaningful discussions about leveraging community power to amplify your social impact. 3.Learn practical steps to cultivate your own community and drive change in STEM, leadership, and beyond. 🗓 Date: December 20th, 2024 🕒 Time: 2 PM EST, 7 PM GMT, 8 PM WAT 📍 Location: LinkedIn & Youtube 🔗 Don't miss out . Register with the link below:👇 (https://bit.ly/4gL6yxf) Let’s take this journey together. See you there. #heyblacksis #blackwomeninstem #blacksistersinstem #stem #event

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  • Black Sisters in STEM reposted this

    View profile for Abubakari Salwa Suhuyini, PharmD, graphic

    Pharmacist || Co founder Lafieplus ||youth advocate || Learner guide || Certified Digital Marketer || Passionate Volunteer

    Guess what? I am a LinkedIn premium girlie 🎊 Let’s blow the trumpet But before this day, it was my dear friend Adulum Hafsha Ismail who shared the scholarship Black Sisters in STEM was generous enough to roll out. After the LinkedIn event I just took the opportunity to send in my application and I got accepted. As a young female aspiring to build a career at the intersection of pharmacy and technology, this opportunity means the world to me. LinkedIn Premium will help me connect me with professionals, access valuable learning resources, and open doors to new career opportunities that align with my passions. I'm looking forward to leveraging this platform to grow, learn, and contribute to the exciting future of healthcare innovation through tech. Thank you to Black Sisters in STEM and the founder Nyamekye (Yah-MEH-chay) Wilson for believing in me and investing in my growth. Here’s to new possibilities! ✨ #STEM #PharmacyTech #WomenInTech #CareerGrowth #LinkedInPremium

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  • 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 is changing the narrative for Black women in STEM. Did you know ? Our Founder and CEO Nyamekye (Yah-MEH-chay) Wilson, through Black Sisters in STEM, is 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟎+ 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐬! From mentorship to networking and skill-building, her impact is shaping the future for young women determined to thrive in STEM fields. Together, we’re empowering the next generation of Black women innovators, leaders, and changemakers. Let’s inspire more stories like this. --------- 🚨 Are you a Black woman in STEM? Apply to join Black Sisters in STEM waitlist to access tailored resources, scholarships, and a supportive community . 🔗Join Sister Nation today and unlock your potential! (https://bit.ly/3VMHX2S) #heyblacksis #blackwomeninstem #blacksistersinstem #stem

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  • Hello Sisters! 👋🏽 Are you ready to grow, thrive, and connect with like-minded women from around the world? We’re thrilled to invite you to 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝟑! This event is all about exploring how we can leverage the strength of our community to support one another and make a lasting impact in every aspect of life. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭? ✅ Inspiring conversations with like-minded sisters ✅ Valuable strategies for building meaningful relationships ✅ A chance to connect and collaborate within Sister Nation 🗓 Date: December 20th, 2024 🕒 Time: 2 PM EST | 7 PM GMT | 8 PM WAT 📍 Location: 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 & 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞 This is your opportunity to learn, share, and grow with a powerful community of women committed to making a difference. 👉 Register now to join us: https://bit.ly/3Dm01uA You don’t want to miss this! Let’s build, thrive, and make an impact together! ---------- 🚨Are you a Black woman in STEM? Apply to join the Black Sisters in STEM waitlist to access tailored resources, scholarships, and a supportive community . 🔗Join Sister Nation today and unlock your potential! (https://bit.ly/3Df9AeD) #heyblacksis #blackwomeninstem #blacksistersinstem #stem #womeninleadership

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  • As 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐚 and a historic trailblazer in her country, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has redefined 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's groundbreaking achievements have shattered barriers, making her an inspiration for women in governance and diplomacy worldwide. A true pioneer, her journey highlights the immense contributions women can make in fostering unity, promoting sustainable development, and leading with vision. Her leadership has earned her significant recognition, including spearheading 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐆𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 and advancing peace, equality, and economic opportunities across the nation. In 2024, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's election as president marked a turning point, showcasing her unwavering commitment to addressing unemployment, climate challenges, and inequality in Namibia. Her powerful words resonate: “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲.” Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s legacy is a testament to resilience, hope, and the transformative power of women in leadership. Let us continue to uplift and celebrate women who break barriers and lead with excellence for future generations. #heyblacksis #blackwomeninstem #blacksistersinstem #stem #womeninleadership

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    View profile for Jessica Tetteh-Quarshie, graphic

    Customer Service Specialist | On a Journey To Becoming a Data Analyst

    ✨ Guess Who Just Went LinkedIn Premium? This Girl! ✨ Imagine this: A girl with big STEM dreams meets the amazing Black Sisters in STEM community, and just like that, LinkedIn Premium is added to her toolkit! ✨ I’m so grateful to our Founder and CEO, Nyamekye (Yah-MEH-chay) Wilson for creating a space where we can dream, grow, and thrive together. Nyamekye, you’re the ultimate definition of “lifting as you climb,” and I’m so lucky to be part of this sisterhood you’ve built🤗 This is more than just premium features, it’s about leveling up with knowledge, building connections, and thriving in a family that’s all about cheering each other on. To any girl wondering if she should join Sister Nation: Do it! You’ll find a home, a community, and a sisterhood that’s got your back every step of the way. Here’s to growth, grit, and gratitude and to chasing dreams with the best support system ever! 💕 #STEM #Sisterhood #LinkedInPremium #BlackSistersInSTEM #GirlPower

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  • 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞? ✨ Last week’s event with Leah Katz-Hernandez from LinkedIn Social Impact Team was absolutely transformative. Here’s what some of you had to say: 🗣️ "This was so AWESOME! Thank you Black Sisters in STEM and Nyamekye Wilson." 🗣️ "Thank you, Leah. I LEARNT SOO MUCH." 🗣️ "There were a lot of things I didn’t know about LinkedIn that this event has taught, like the mentioning of Equity Filters." The inspiration doesn’t stop there. ------- 🚨Are you a Black woman in STEM? Apply to join the Black Sisters in STEM waitlist to access tailored resources, scholarships, and a supportive community . 🔗Join Sister Nation today and unlock your potential! (https://bit.ly/4flp9Pu) #heyblacksis #BlackWomenInSTEM #stem #BlackSistersInSTEM #event

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    View profile for Serwah Yaa Ofosu, graphic

    Graduate Civil Engineer @ Ghana Highway Authority | Data Science | STEM enthusiast | Volunteer

    I am honored to have been selected as a recipient of the LinkedIn Premium Scholarship from Black Sisters in STEM (Black SiS)! This scholarship provides me with a LinkedIn Premium membership for one year, with access to premium tools. I am excited to elevate my professional journey by expanding my network, unlocking new resources, and connecting with professionals in my field. I am grateful to Black Sisters in STEM and Nyamekye (Yah-MEH-chay) Wilson for this opportunity and for their tireless commitment to empowering Black women in STEM. If you’re a woman in STEM looking for growth opportunities and a supportive network, I encourage you to join us: https://lnkd.in/dnr4eMPT. #BlackSistersInSTEM #LinkedInPremium #CareerGrowth #WomenInSTEM #ProfessionalDevelopment

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