From children in Internally Displaced People (IDP) camps who have escaped Bobo Haram to girls who don’t know that science is an option for them, Olayinka and her team bring STEM through astronomy to the unserved of Nigeria.
Chapters
Introduction to Olayinka: 0:00
Olayinka’s team in Nigeria: 3:37
Starting the program in Nigeria: 7:27
Small things having a big impact: 12:09
Engaging children in refugee camps: 14:54
Sustainable projects with limited resources: 23:04
Bridging the gender gap with STEM camps for girls: 26:47
Challenges of internet and power in IDP camps: 30:39
Schools around Nigeria: 32:54
Extending reach throughout Nigeria: 34:49
Astronomy outreach in schools: 36:59
Astronomy education with minimal resources: 41:19
Transformative experiences through astronomy: 45:25
Getting telescopes for astronomy programs: 49:38
The impact of encouragement and support: 52:02
The ripple effect of inspiration and encouragement: 59:34
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