professional learning programs

Techbridge Girls equips educators, out-of-school-time leaders, volunteers, STEM professionals, and organizational leaders with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to create equitable, engaging STEM experiences for Black, Latina, and Indigenous girls and gender-expansive youth.

Our professional learning experiences help adults strengthen their understanding of STEM equity, belonging, mentorship, AI literacy, and culturally responsive engagement so they can better support young people as learners, creators, innovators, and leaders.

OUR PROGAMS

Techbridge Girls Professional Learning Programs combine live learning, on-demand training, reflection, and practical application to help adults create stronger STEM experiences for young people.

AI Identity to Impact Learning Institute

A one-day virtual professional learning institute that equips educators, youth-serving professionals, and community leaders with the knowledge, confidence, and practical strategies to navigate AI in their own lives and work. Participants strengthen their own understanding of AI and explore practical AI tools before learning how to support young people as thoughtful, responsible, and confident users of AI.

Role Models Matter™

Developed with support from the National Science Foundation, Role Models Matter™ prepares STEM professionals and volunteers to effectively engage girls from marginalized communities through authentic mentorship and equitable STEM engagement practices. Participants learn how to build meaningful connections with youth, share their STEM journeys in relatable ways, challenge stereotypes, and foster confidence and belonging within STEM spaces.

Programming Through an Equity Lens

This foundational learning experience focused on creating belonging-centered learning environments. Participants explore identity, belonging, bias, representation, and culturally responsive practices that influence how young people experience learning.Through reflection, practical examples, and actionable strategies, participants strengthen their ability to create equitable and inclusive environments where all young people can contribute, belong, and thrive.

Parenting In The Age of AI

This live virtual training helps parents and caregivers better understand artificial intelligence and how young people are already using it in their everyday lives. Participants explore both the opportunities and potential risks of AI and gain research-backed guidance, real-world examples, and practical tools to support safe, responsible use. Families leave better prepared to encourage critical thinking and have meaningful conversations about AI, learning, creativity, and digital well-being.

Professional Learning Badge Ecosystem

Each Techbridge Girls professional learning program includes a digital badge that participants earn upon completion, recognizing their learning and continued growth as STEM educators, mentors, and youth-serving professionals.

Participant voices

"I left the institute with so many resources and new approaches to this work. I am more excited and energized than ever."

-Educator, AI Institute

"The focus on cultural competence and understanding implicit biases will help me create a more inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and understood."

-Educator, Role Models Matter

"It has further solidified that I have a voice and belong in rooms where major decisions are made and discussed as they relate to students in STEM."

-Educator, Programming Through an Equity Lens

Our Impact

Over the past 25 years, Techbridge Girls has delivered more than 46,651 hours of professional learning to more than 27,000 educators.

60% of educators have remained engaged with Techbridge Girls for two or more years.

Of the 2,683 adults participating in Techbridge Girls professional learning and leadership experiences in FY25:

96% improved their ability to center marginalized identities in learning environments.
96% feel more confident learning alongside youth.
95% better understand the impacts of bias in learning environments.