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2030STEM�Persistence Amid Resistance

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“There’s a nationally organized effort to undo DEI or anti-DEI” (https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/01/20/us/dei-woke-claremont-institute.html )

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Paying Attention and Fighting Back

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EdCounsel’s July 6, 2023 post-decision preliminary guidance:  https://www.nacacnet.org/wp-content/uploads/EdC-SFFA-Case-Preliminary-Summary-Analysis-7-6-FINAL-XMT.pdf � �An article from Art Coleman and Ed Smith from EdCounsel in conjunction with Campaign for College Opportunity:  https://collegecampaign.org/publication/understanding-key-diversity-and-equity-strategies-in-the-wake-of-the-supreme-courts-decision-on-race-conscious-admissions-in-higher-education

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The 2023 Reversal

What It Is…and What It Isn’t

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Concerned Stakeholders

Evaluating the Status

Forever Champions

PHILANTHROPIC CONTINUUM

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STEM Funders Network Mission:

We help grantmakers leverage their considerable social and economic influence to create equitable access to STEM learning experiences for underrepresented populations—from cradle to career. Together, we are transforming and strengthening the STEM philanthropic ecosystem by leading a collaborative movement that elevates grantmaking standards through informed, intentional investments.

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WHAT WE BELIEVE

  • Talent is ubiquitous, but unfortunately, opportunities are not. We believe every individual should have an equitable opportunity to engage in high-quality STEM experiences across the learning continuum that will enhance their ability to succeed in a STEM career or other chosen path.
  • We are a driving force for positive change. Our innovative efforts pave the way for new behaviors that support equity in and access to STEM opportunities from early childhood to early career, starting with funding organizations whose considerable power can lead to systemic transformation.
  • Our work is critical to eradicating racial and social injustices that prohibit individuals from achieving full access to STEM learning opportunities that can improve their lives.
  • Initiatives and activities of the STEM Funders Network are informed by research and will be evaluated for effectiveness and impact to measure change.

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