This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re thrilled to announce that
Latinas in STEM is partnering with Barbie
to honor Dr. Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina astronaut in space! 

Thanks to Barbie’s generous support,
we’ll be rolling out a yearlong series of events
​designed to inspire and empower the next generation of Latinas in STEM. 

Stay tuned — events happening all year!

UPCOMING EVENTS


From the Earth to the Stars: Over the Moon with Barbie™!​
​New Jersey
​Get ready to ignite your imagination! Latinas in STEM and the Barbie Dream Gap Project invite you to a thrilling afternoon dedicated to exploring the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)!
What's Happening?
Prepare for an action-packed day of discovery and fun that will spark curiosity in every young mind:
 * Story Time Adventures: Dive into tales of trailblazing women and exciting scientific concepts.
 * "My STEM Journey": Meet inspiring women who are making a difference in STEM fields and hear their incredible personal stories.
 * Live Demonstrations: Witness captivating experiments and demonstrations that bring science to life right before your eyes!
 * ...and so much more!

Join the Community Event!
This inspiring community event is free and open to everyone!
* When: Saturday, March 28th from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
* Where: West New York Middle School, 201- 57th Street, West New York, NJ 07093.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to play, learn, and be inspired to dream big!

PAST EVENTS

From the Earth to the Stars: Over the Moon with Barbie™!
​Washington, DC

 Latinas in STEM and the Barbie Dream Gap Project ignited young minds on November 1, 2025 in Mount Rainier, MD, as we enjoyed a beautiful afternoon of family fun exploring the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)!

Space Through Her Eyes - Inspiring the next generation of STEM Stars

Latinas in STEM and the Barbie Dream Gap Project presented an empowering virtual panel on October 14, 2025 where we met incredible Latinas shaping the aerospace industry as they shared their journeys, challenges, and the sparks that launched their STEM careers.