STEM Passport for Inclusion

Yesterday, #STEMPInc students from #Athlone_CTC explored the brand new STEM building at #TUS_ie sparking curiosity, ambition, and future career dreams. 💡🔬
Thanks to TUS for welcoming the next generation of innovators! 🚀💙
#FutureInSTEM #InclusionInSTEM

What Makes Mentoring So Impactful? A mentor can change a student’s life and show them they belong in STEM🌟 It’s not about having all the answers — it’s about showing up, being real, and creating belief 🔗 Link in bio
#MentorshipMatters #STEMforAll #EquityInSTEM #STEMPInc

Last week our students from Athlone’s Community Training Centre visited #IMR_ie for a powerful day of STEM in action! 🚀
From robotics to XR to sustainable manufacturing, they explored how tech is reshaping industry — and their futures. 🌱

The @stempassport.bsky.social has been awarded the prestigious Global Community Award at the American Chamber of Commerce awards for its outstanding contributions for championing inclusion, reducing social disadvantage and enabling education attainment.

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Big shoutout to our amazing company partners who power the #STEMPassport mission!
🏅Platinum: @microsoft.com
🥈Silver: #Accenture
🥉Bronze: #AMD, @betterbuzz.bsky.social , #DocuSign ,
#EY, #KPMG, @optumhealth.bsky.social , #SunLife
Together, we’re building a more inclusive STEM future 💡

We celebrated our incredible STEM mentors at the #STEMPassport Mentor Awards at @mongodb.bsky.social HQ! 💙 From Trailblazer to Subbing Superhero — every award tells a story of impact, inclusion & inspiration.
Thank you for helping shape Ireland’s future in STEM! 🚀
#MentorshipMatters

#Mentoring through #STEMPassport isn’t just rewarding — it’s transformational. Mentors gain: Purpose. Skills. Perspective. Leadership growth
Sign up by June 15 and see how much YOU gain from giving back 🔗 Link in bio
#STEMMentorship #InclusionInSTEM #STEMPInc

🚀💙 5 Reasons Your Company Should Support STEM Mentorship:
Build a future-ready talent pipeline.
Advance diversity & inclusion in STEM.
Boost employee engagement & skills.
Create real social impact.
Strengthen your brand’s reputation
#STEMMentorship #STEMPInc

What an STEM journey at @MongoDB's 'Step Up' work experience! 💻🎓 From engineering to HR, D&I and real-world challenges, our students explored the tech industry 🚀
Huge thanks to @MongoDB for opening doors - work experience changes futures. 🙌
#STEMPinc #InclusionInSTEM

🎓 What makes a school STEM ready? It’s more than tech or coding - it’s about creating inclusive spaces where every student sees themselves in STEM.
Empower teachers. Remove barriers. Build belief💡
Let’s make STEM for all a reality. #STEMPInc #STEMEducation

🚨 Calling past mentors! You made an impact - now let’s do it again. We’re inviting previous mentors to come back for another powerful round of mentoring from May–December 🙌💥 Sign up now (link in bio) 📅 Deadline: June15 
#STEMMentorship #MentorAgain #STEMPInc #MentoringMatters

Easter Break for STEM Minds: Rest, Recharge & Reignite Innovation! 🚀 Step away from the screen 🍫 Science + chocolate? The perfect combo! 🔋 Rest fuels creativity💡Reflect & reset 🌍 Inspire the next gen
How are you spending your Easter break? 👇🐰 #STEMPassport #EasterBreak

🚀 Calling all STEM professionals! 🚀 Make a real impact by mentoring a student from a disadvantaged background. Just 15 hours (May-Dec) can change a life!

✅ 6 hrs training ✅ 9 hrs mentoring & support

Sign up today! bit.ly/4lbto4j

#STEMMentors #MentorshipMatters

BIG news! 💥 STEM Passport for Inclusion has raised €1.7M to reach 5,350+ underserved students with STEM qualifications, mentorship & work experience💡
Backed by @researchireland.bsky.social #Education_Ire & @microsoft.com
🚀 Thanks to our new industry partners!
#STEMInclusion #GirlsInSTEM

3 Women Reshaping Ireland’s Future: From Injustice To Innovation Three Irish women—Katriona O’Sullivan, Aoibheann O’Brien, and Natasha O’Brien—are leading bold change across education, sustainability, and justice.

"Talent is everywhere. Opportunity isn't. That's the gap I'm trying to close. I want to create an Ireland where a girl like me doesn't have to beat the odds to thrive—because the odds are finally on her side."

-Prof Katriona O'Sullivan

@stempassport.bsky.social

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3 Women Reshaping Ireland’s Future: From Injustice To Innovation Three Irish women—Katriona O’Sullivan, Aoibheann O’Brien, and Natasha O’Brien—are leading bold change across education, sustainability, and justice.

We’re thrilled to see Katriona O’Sullivan and #STEMPInc highlighted in @forbes.com ✨ Her dedication to inclusion & innovation is an inspiration to all 🚀 Let’s celebrate her impact alongside these other remarkable women reshaping Ireland’s future💪
👉 bit.ly/443pHr1

🤖 AI is transforming STEM - but it still needs YOU!🔹 Most technologies will have positive impact on jobs in the coming 5 years (WEF, 2023). The future isn’t AI vs. humans - it’s AI + human intelligence 🚀Excited or cautious about AI? Drop your thoughts! #STEMPassport

Today we are celebrating the Fexco Empowerment Awards🏆✨ Congratulations to all winners! Your hard work, innovation, and dedication continue to inspire 🚀👏 #CelebratingExcellence #Innovation

The STEM Passport for Inclusion at MU is an initiative with Microsoft Ireland, Dept of Education, Research Ireland and many industry and education partners that creates an innovative pathway for students from underserved backgrounds to third level education by earning a Level 6 STEM qualification.

3 young girls in school uniform, and 2 mature women smiling, and holding signs that state '76 percent considering a career in stem', '5000 students' and '79 percent considering studying STEM'

A big congratulations to STEM Passport for Inclusion, Microsoft Ireland, and Prof Katriona O'Sullivan who have been shortlisted for the Global Community Award as part of the American Chamber of Commerce Ireland US-Ireland Business Awards 2025! 🎉👏

We are delighted to be shortlisted for the #GlobalCommunityAward as part of American Chamber US-Ireland #BusinessAwards2025 🚀 This is a testament to our vision to break barriers in STEM for every student. Thanks to our partners @microsoft.com #DeptEducation_Ire @researchireland.bsky.social

💡 Pitch. Prototype. Innovate. 🚀 On their final #STEMPInc Day, students pitch a tech solution to a real-world problem!
✅ Strong idea
✅ Prototype with code 🖥️
✅ Marketing plan & data
✅ Confidence & creativity!
They are encouraged to think big & have fun! 🔥 #DreamSpaceDen

Every success has a story! ✨ Hear from Ms. Ralph of Holy Family Community School, winners of the Outstanding School Engagement Award! 🏆 She shares why #STEMPassport is a game-changer & tips for students diving into STEM! 💡🎓 #VoicesOfSTEM #STEMPInc #InspiringTheFuture #STEMEducation

Such a powerful message 💙 Thank you for including our programme #STEMPInc The incredible women who inspire, support, and uplift others deserve to be celebrated - not just today, but every day! 🚀👏 #STEMPassport #IWD2025 #WomenInSTEM #BreakingBarriers #MentorshipMatters #FutureSTEMLeaders

🌟 Who inspired YOUR STEM journey? From teachers & mentors to trailblazing women in STEM, their impact is life-changing. Today, we celebrate #InternationalWomensDay and the women who have supported & uplifted us! 💜 #WomenInSTEM #MentorsMatter #STEMPInc #STEMEducation

✨ An amazing day for our #STEMPInc students from Piper's Hill College & St Seton's with #DocuSign
From a tour of their building in Grand Canal Dock to reconnecting with their mentors & solving a murder mystery challenge!🔎
Thanks #DocuSign team for inspiring the next generation! 💙🚀

🚀 #EngineersWeek 2025 is here! From March 1-7, we’re celebrating the innovators shaping our world. 🔧 From tech to sustainability to infrastructure - engineering is everywhere! @engineersireland.bsky.social
At #STEMPInc, we’re breaking barriers for future changemakers! #GirlsInSTEM #InclusioninSTEM

Exciting News! We're thrilled to partner with #WomenCollectiveIreland_Ronanstown txpand STEM opportunities! 🎓 Get a FREE Level 6 (NFQ) qualification in Data, AI & Coding through #STEMPInc @researchireland.bsky.social
@microsoft.com @maynoothuniversity.ie #STEMEducation #GirlsInSTEM

Celebrating progress! 🚀 Women now make up 48.6% of scientists and engineers in Ireland, but there’s still work to do! ✨We’re committed to closing this gap by empowering young women from underserved communities with the skills, confidence & qualifications to pursue STEM
(Data @europarl.europa.eu)

Stronger together! Partner with us to help empowering students and bridging gaps in STEM 🌟 #CollaborationForChange #STEMPInc #STEMEducation #WomeninSTEM #STEMIreland