Today, February 11th, is a special joint holiday, celebrating both National Inventors Day and International Day of Girls and Women in Science! And, since these two observances fall within Black History Month, we’re excited to highlight three Black women whose scientific inventions influenced their fields and changed lives.

In honor of Black History Month, we’ve gathered a list of organizations working to promote Black excellence in STEM, from students at the university level to professionals throughout their careers. Some include paid memberships and events, others have 100% free resources for students and professionals seeking information about advancement in their field.

We’re so excited to celebrate Black History Month with you this year! From now until the end of February, we will be highlighting innovations and achievements from Black and African American scientists, engineers and mathematicians.

The Museum of Science and EiE are committed to closing the STEM opportunity gap for girls, students of color, and students from rural and low socioeconomic backgrounds. As part of that commitment, we have a full-time team dedicated to building partnerships and seeking funding to support under-resourced schools and community organizations.

Last year, we were honored to bring you resources for an uncertain educational landscape, including professional development seminars and innovative resources for virtual learning solutions. We’re thrilled to have worked with incredible educators across the country to provide what you’ve come to expect from EiE programs: adaptable, engaging resources that inspire STEM literacy in learners of all ages.