Diversity & Inclusivity
Our Approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At Science Creates Outreach, our mission is to increase science capital for all young people by connecting them with real-world science, real STEM professionals and real career opportunities they might not otherwise encounter.
We exist because access to STEM isn't equal and many groups are underrepresented in the STEM sector. Young people's sense of whether "science is for them" is shaped by who they see doing it, whether anyone in their life works in STEM and whether they've ever had the chance to try it hands-on. Our work is designed to close that gap.
Who we work with
We deliver hands-on STEM workshops to young people aged 9–18 across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and B&NES, prioritising (where possible):
Pupils eligible for Free School Meals
Racially minoritised young people
SEND students
Young carers
These groups are consistently underrepresented in STEM education and careers and our programme is designed with them specifically in mind.
How we put this into practice
We work with schools in advance of every session to understand any access, communication, or medical needs within a group, and adapt our delivery accordingly.
We're mindful that our venue, The Learning Lab, is a working laboratory environment and we consider physical accessibility for pupils with mobility or sensory needs when planning sessions.
We work with STEM professionals from a wide range of roles and backgrounds so that young people see a realistic, varied picture of who works in STEM and what that can look like.
All of our safeguarding practices apply equally and without exception to every child we work with, regardless of background, ability, or circumstance.
An evolving commitment
This is a live statement of our current approach, and we expect it to develop as our organisation grows. If you have questions about our approach to inclusion — as a school, partner, funder, or member of the public — contact us at info@sciencecreates-outreach.co.uk.
