Philadelphia STEM Equity Week 2026
October 24th to 31st, 2026
Get ready to join us for an exciting week dedicated to advancing inclusivity and opportunity in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics!
From October 25th to the 31st, 2026 we invite you to join us in a
week of engaging activities dedicated to advancing inclusivity and opportunities in STEM. There will be something for everyone, from
teachers and families, to STEM professionals and job seekers.
We are looking for event hosts, that would like to highlight their STEM offerings in our Philly area. If you are interested, register HERE. There are
a limited number of $350 awards to help defray the cost of the activity.
As part of STEM Equity, we invite you to Join us for PSEC's signature event, the
"STEMposium: Powerful Partnerships and Creative Collaborations".
Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 29, 2026, and join us at Convene at Two Commerce Center from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM for an inspiring day of learning and collaboration.
More information coming soon.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to engage with leaders and innovators in the STEM field!
Please come back on September 15, 2026 for a detailed event listing.
Let's celebrate together and highlight the dynamic STEM programs that Philadelphia has to offer!
Events will be added periodically.
Please come back often to explore more activities.
Saturday, October 25
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Sustainable Beauty Make n Take - Create and customize natural skin care blends in lab! This exclusive workshop invites you to explore beauty formulation, combining innovation with creativity in the heart of Philadelphia.
Thursday, October 29
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STEMposium: Powerful Partnerships & Creative Collaborations - As a cornerstone of STEM Equity Week, this event is truly centered in partnerships and collaborations.
DESCRIPTION
This is a unique opportunity to create your signature skin care in a dynamic, hands-on environment led by the expert cosmetic chemist Marquita Robinson Garcia ! This exclusive workshop invites you to explore beauty formulation, combining innovation with creativity in the heart of Philadelphia.
What You’ll Experience:
• Personalized Beauty Creations: Hands-on creation of bespoke beauty products.
• Sensory Textures & Ingredient Exploration: Dive into natural pigments, emollients, and revolutionary skincare innovations to craft products that are uniquely yours.
• Expert Guidance: Learn the art of blending skincare and makeup with expert techniques in a professional lab setting.
STEMposium: Powerful Partnerships
& Creative Collaborations
October 29
8:30am-3:30pm
DESCRIPTION
Join us for our STEMposium, where we will highlight the collaborative projects of PSEC and our partners. We'll delve into the School District of Philadelphia's new "Partnerships Dashboard," how it identifies collaboration opportunities and addresses programming gaps. Following this, there will be a panel presentation from the Partner Community of Practice at Cramp Elementary, a PSEC initiative that has been ongoing for the past three years.
The afternoon will focus on grants, featuring insights from our Micro-grant recipients about their program experiences. Additionally, we will host a special professional development session centered on grant development.
More information coming soon!
Are you a community-based or
STEM-focused organization interested in hosting an event during Philadelphia STEM Equity Week?
Register your event HERE no later than October 15, 2026.
SPONSOR an Activity
Are you a local business, foundation or philanthropist interested in supporting Philadelphia STEM Equity Week? For inquiries and partnership opportunities, please contact
Diana Lievano, PSEC’s Executive Director.
STEMposium - Oct. 29
Join us as we celebrate recent accomplishments, connect with peers, and strategize about a future in which we work together to expand access to STEM careers and build sustainable pathways for economic mobility in Philadelphia.
Register HERE.
CONTACT Us
For more information or if you have any questions, please contact
Betsy Payne, Philadelphia STEM Ecosystem Manager, PEF.
SOCIAL Media
Follow us on Instagram @PhillySTEMCo and on LinkedIn @philadelphia-stem-equity-collective or search hashtags #STEMEquityWeek #STEMposium #STEMEquity #DiversityInSTEM #YeahthatsSTEM! #PSEC.
VIEW STEM Equity Week 2025
Explore the activities and captivating pictures showcasing the events that promoted equity in STEM fields from STEM Equity Week 2025 HERE.