ABOUT US
Dismantling Systemic Racism and Barriers Leading to Equitable Representation in STEM.
At R-RIGHTS, we envision a world where every individual, regardless of their racial or ethnic background, shapes a thriving STEM ecosystem marked by groundbreaking innovations that advance global health and nurture the well-being of STEM professionals and students.
Our future celebrates diversity, eliminates systematic disparities, and collectively drives transformative breakthroughs through a race-conscious approach to STEM innovation.
We aim for a STEM workforce reflecting the rich diversity of our communities, where success transcends race, ethnicity, gender, geography, and socio-economic factors, celebrating these differences as sources of beauty and innovation propelling us towards greater discoveries and progress.
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HOW WE DRIVE CHANGE
R-RIGHTS, driven by the commitment to dismantle systemic racism and foster equitable representation in STEM fields, has the potential to drive significant change in the following ways:
STEM-ED
Promotes equity and inclusion in STEM education and employment.
RESEARCH
Research race, ethnicity, and mental/physical health intersections in STEM.
AWARENESS
Raises awareness of systemic racism in STEM.
COLLABORATE
Collaborates with organizations for an anti-racist STEM future.
MENTORSHIP
Provides mentorship and career support to underrepresented STEM groups.
UNDERREPRESENTED
Research barriers for underrepresented STEM groups.
ANTI-RACISM
Develops anti-racism and inclusion programs in STEM
ADVOCATES
Advocates against anti-blackness in STEM policies.
R-RIGHTS is an innovative STEM equity research organization that conducts groundbreaking research on the experiences of Black, Latinx, and Indigenous individuals in STEM, advocates for policy changes, and raises awareness of systemic racism to create a more inclusive future in STEM.
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