Mangroves and Peat Bogs – our underestimated ecosystems
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A skills award to support and inspire the next generation into STEMM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths and Medicine
Students aged 13-19 can work towards a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award by undertaking STEMM-based activities at school, at home or online and logging them onto a personalised e-portfolio.
Why get involved?
The Youth STEMM Award provides a framework to add impact and legacy to otherwise stand alone STEMM activities. Participants take part in more activities than they normally would and reflect on their skill development while building confidence and a record of achievement. Running the Youth STEMM Award in your school or college is a great way to raise the numbers and diversity of young people going into STEMM careers and further training.
“The YSA is likely the experience which changed my idea of what I wanted to do in the future & empowered me to think that I could pursue a career in STEMM. It’s an incredible programme & I recommend it so much!” Student participant
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Exploring STEMM through mentoring others
Evelyn explains how teaching someone something new can help us learn more about the wonderful world of STEMM at the same time.
How volunteering outside can open your eyes and mind
Tanisha, one of our Bronze participants explores the creative side of STEMM - volunteering at an RSPB nature reserve and writing about her experiences
Sleep Paralysis: the Science
Faye, one of our independent YSA participants explores the strange world of sleep paralysis, and tells us what to look out for!
The developing world of AI
Sama, a YSA Gold participant explores the potential and threat of an increasing reliance and use of AI.
Introducing Master’s student Charlie Bingham: The winding road to a career in STEMM
Read our recent interview with science engagement and conservation Masters student about her winding path into a STEMM career.
Interview with science communicator Dr Sam Rowe on his journey into STEMM
As part of our blog series interviewing STEMM professionals, we spoke to Sam Rowe, science communicator and an advocate of equality for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Interview with YSA Ambassador Professor Ben Garrod
Independent YSA participant Kyran wants to be a paleoanthropologist, who better to ask for advice than Professor Ben Garrod!
Supporting the elderly with technology – InterGen Tech
Independent YSA participant Nick has been telling us about how volunteering during the first lockdown led him to develop a new digital platform to support the elderly
In a spin about aviation engineering
Find out about the amazing opportunity one of our Bronze Award participants had to explore their dream career in the clouds.
What to expect from the Youth STEMM Awards
You will inspire your peers and younger students to engage with and be inspired by STEMM
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You will build your communication skills by helping to boost interest in STEMM topics in the wider population
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You will develop your skills and knowledge to enhance your learning at school or college and help to prepare you for studying STEMM in further and higher education
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You will investigate where studying STEMM could lead you to help shape your future career options and decide on the next steps in your journey
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