Nonprofit Mission: Impact Creating pathways for POC youth in STEM with Dr. Gia Grier McGinnis
This episode is the final part of the Culture Fit project that Carol recorded with her son-in-law Peter Cruz. In this episode, Carol, her cohost Peter Cruz, and their guest Dr. Gia Grier McGinnis discuss:
- The importance of representation to help BIPOC youth see possibilities
- Breaking down stigmas around mental health care and cultivate wellness
- The importance of support systems, mentors and role models
Guest bio:Dr. Gia Grier McGinnis is a senior leader with over 17 years of broad-ranging experience in program management, advocacy, and community outreach. She has a passion for public engagement in STEM, and currently serves as the Executive Director of the UMB CURE Scholars Program, a groundbreaking healthcare and STEM pipeline program for West Baltimore youth. Dr. Grier McGinnis is a Baltimore, Maryland native where she still resides with her family. She enjoys exploring urban green spaces and volunteering to promote mental health awareness.
Important Links and Resources:
- https://www.umaryland.edu/cure-scholars/program-details/our-team/core-team/gia-grier-mcginnis/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ggriermcgin/
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nonprofit-leadership-roundtable-tickets-301619601347
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