‘She is a Virtual Astronaut’ is a program aimed at Colombian girls and young women led by the She Is Foundation and has confirmed the opening of registrations. The training is completely free and includes a series of STEAM programs (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics).
The purpose of the course is to empower young women by providing training in critical areas to address future work and academic situations. In this way, they will be able to acquire essential knowledge for carrying out actions in their professional life.
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The program aims to train 100 girls and young people from all over Colombia, between 11 and 16 years old, in STEAM education topics, with the support of AES and Organon. In addition to technical training, participants will develop essential skills such as emotional intelligence, critical thinking, leadership and contemporary problem-solving. These trainings will be delivered through academic modules, inspirational events and webinars over a four-month virtual training period.
At the end of the program, all participants will be required to present a final project. The two best works will be awarded with an academic immersion at NASA’s Space Center Houston in 2025, giving the winners a unique opportunity to expand their knowledge and passion for science and technology at one of the most prestigious space centers in the world.
To be a participant in the ‘She is a Virtual Astronaut’ program, you must meet certain requirements:
- Age: be girls between 11 and 16 years old.
- Family ties: not have any first-degree family ties with a public official in decision-making positions and in management of public funds, in order to avoid conflicts of interest, according to the She Is Foundation’s code of ethics.
- Socioeconomic conditions: belong to groups A (population in extreme poverty), B (population in moderate poverty) or C (vulnerable population) of Sisbén IV. Registration in Sisbén will be verified, as well as membership in qualified areas and population groups in vulnerable situations, according to the criteria of Conpes and DNP.
- Education: be receiving academic training in a public institution of basic, secondary or technical secondary education, and demonstrate excellent academic performance.
- Technological access: guarantee access to the internet and the technological tools necessary for the development of the program, whether own or provided by the educational institution.
- Time availability: ensure availability of time for training.
- Previous participation: not having participated in any of the missions of the “She is an Astronaut” program in person or virtually.
- Responsible tutor: have a responsible tutor.
- Application form: Complete the application form with true and complete information.
Registration for the ‘She is a Virtual Astronaut’ program will be open until Saturday, July 20, 2024. Girls and young people who are interested should go to the Ella She Is Foundation website (https://she-is.org/ellaesastronauta), where the application form and all the detailed information to complete it is located.
The application process is simple, although it requires attention to detail to verify that all information provided is accurate and complete. It is essential that interested parties and their families carefully review the requirements and prepare adequately to guarantee a successful application.
The ‘She is a Virtual Astronaut’ program is an invaluable opportunity for Colombian girls and young women to expand their academic and professional horizons. By participating, you will not only gain technical and scientific knowledge, but you will also develop leadership and critical thinking skills. that will be essential in their educational and work future.
