Community Involvement

Elizabeth builds practical pathways for students to engage with engineering early and stay in school. Below are the programs I co-lead and support—each with a simple way to learn more.

Co-founder, Education Director — Ed Emporia

Hands-on STEAM kits, teacher training, and clubs; 3000+ learners reached.

Visit site: https://edemporia.com

Co-founder— GleeChild Initiative

Food, clothes, school uniforms, desks, books, and health screenings; 2,000+ children supported and better attendance.

Visit site: www.gleechildinitiative.org

Lead —STEM4AFRICA Project

Short workshops and resources that introduce practical engineering skills to high schools.

Project overview: /community/stem4africa

Judge — Michigan Girls Future Flight Challenge

Reviewed team concepts and provided feedback to girls exploring aviation and space ideas.

Speaker — Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP) APIS Week

Delivered virtual talks on aerospace careers and entry pathways.

STEM Mentor — The African Community Education (ACE)

Tutored and mentored immigrant and refugee students in STEM subjects.

Advisor — SDG Innovation Challenge (The Melton Foundation)

Guided teams to align solutions with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Mentor — Technovation Girls Challenge

Coached girls building tech solutions and pitch decks from concept to demo.

Mentor — Global Give Back Circle (Baobab Platform)

Provided ongoing academic and career mentoring to young women.

Host — “What’s Your Story, STEM?” Podcast

Career stories and simple how-tos that help students see real paths into STEM.

Episode guide: Podcast

Mentor — AE Study Abroad Consultancy

1:1 guidance on applications, scholarships, and readiness for engineering programs.

Services & resources: /community/study-abroad

Founder — The Worthy Circle

Women’s leadership network offering mentoring circles and practical workshops.

Get involved: LinkedIn

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