STEM Americas is a Pan American Development Foundation (PADF) initiative aimed at transforming futures in Latin America and the Caribbean. We’re reshaping education by promoting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics among children, youth, and educators. We support and strengthen interactive programs that adapt to dynamic economies, equipping students – especially girls – with curiosity, knowledge, and practical skills essential for the 21st century. Together with partners, we’re building a brighter, more inclusive future, one hands-on experience at a time.
The STEM Americas program includes specialized curriculum areas such as STEM for Oceans, STEM for Aerospace, STEM for Sustainability, STEM for Agriculture, and STEM for Healthcare.
We believe in giving our children the skills they need for the 21st century. We spark the interest of students in science and technology and promote hands-on learning through our innovative STEM Americas initiative. To help us build the next generation of innovative leaders, we train teachers and develop stimulating lesson plans that ignite curiosity and engage students in creative ways.
In response to the increasing importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to the economies of Latin America, in early 2016 PADF launched the STEM Americas program. This long-term initiative supports STEM education across the hemisphere through partnerships with multinational businesses, corporate foundations, and other philanthropic organizations. PADF plays a lead role in identifying possible investment opportunities for corporate social responsibility partners. The STEM Americas program is currently active in the following countries, and PADF remains open to identifying areas for possible expansion and new funding in these and other countries in the region.
Learn more about the STEM Americas program in these countries:
STEM Americas One-Pager (English)
STEM Americas One-Pager (Spanish)
STEM Booklet
