Bridging Abilities in STEM
Amethyst Changemakers' mission is to empower all students to thrive in STEM by championing inclusion and advocating for diverse, accessible education for everyone regardless of their abilities, identities, and backgrounds.
Amethyst Changemakers' mission is to empower all students to thrive in STEM by championing inclusion and advocating for diverse, accessible education for everyone regardless of their abilities, identities, and backgrounds.
Students with disabilities face significant barriers in accessing quality STEM education, limiting opportunities for diverse voices and talents to contribute to innovation and progress. Traditional programs often lack the tools and awareness needed to create truly inclusive learning environments.
Amethyst Changemakers addresses these challenges through evidence-based solutions that create measurable, lasting change:
Development of accessible learning programs guided by experts
Partnerships with educational institutions
Replicable curriculum distributed to multiple schools
Community education and advocating for inclusive policies
Foster a growing network of student changemakers
Kits Distributed
Grant Funding
Schools Reached
Volunteers
Davidson Institute Ambassador
Recognized by the Davidson Institute for community impact. Selected for advanced training in leadership, partnerships, advocacy, public relations, and project development.
3M Alumni Grant Winner
Selected from the national applicant pool for excellence in "Science in Your Community," funding our STEM accessibility programs.
Top 10 Innovator Wesleyan University Innovators Pitch
Achieved Top 10 placement among hundreds of student innovators for our systematic approach to educational accessibility and evidence-based program development.
MATHCOUNTS Foundation
Awarded competitive national recognition from MATHCOUNTS Foundation for exceptional community coaching and leadership, supporting the establishment of a Title I math enrichment program
Our programs create meaningful change through partnerships with educational institutions and professional organizations.
Thoughtfully designed, accessible STEM kits are professionally reviewed and validated, ensuring educational quality for diverse learners.
Expert validation from professionals
Universal Design for Learning for diverse learning abilities
Community education initiatives developed through strategic collaboration with leaders, creating systematic approaches to disability awareness education.
Curriculum for SEL
Replicable model for community engagement
Hands-on, inquiry-based projects for underserved classrooms