STEM Solutions For Local Challenges: Projects Funded By National STEM Community Fund 2024
During a press conference, the projects that will receive funding under the 2024 scheme were officially announced. The National STEM Community Fund is managed by the National STEM Engagement Working Group, chaired by Esplora within Xjenza Malta.
The aim of the fund is to encourage local communities to identify and solve challenges using STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) in collaboration with professionals in the same fields.
The Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Research and Innovation, Keith Azzopardi Tanti, highlighted how the National STEM Community Fund allows local communities to address local issues through STEM, while also creating innovative opportunities for citizens.
The selected projects are:
- The Dwejra Lines Project – The Malta Chamber of Scientists. This project will involve citizens working with researchers to design a system for gathering information on the flora and fauna around the Dwejra Lines.
- Botanical Bridges: Linking Education and Environment – Sacred Heart College. Students will create a garden at the school to learn about biodiversity and environmental responsibility.
- Tech Beyond Borders – Port Regional Council. Children will have the opportunity to learn about innovative technologies such as VR sets, while exploring the history of the Grand Harbour.
- DRIVE STEM – Chamber of Engineers. This initiative aims to attract more women to careers in engineering through videos featuring STEM professionals.
The National STEM Community Fund is a key component of Esplora’s vision to ensure that STEM plays a role in addressing current challenges. With global challenges such as climate change, digital transformation and sustainability, STEM education is more important than ever.
Silvio Scerri, CEO of Science Malta, stated: “This fund empowers local communities to identify challenges and solve them with the help of STEM professionals, making science more accessible.”
Rebecca Buttigieg, Chairperson of the STEM Engagement Working Group, noted that the fund is having a positive impact on Maltese and Gozitan communities, and they look forward to the results of the new projects.
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