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“Artemis Missions x Women”

Creators: Tashfia
High School Students from NY Historical Society
Type of Project:
  • Coding
Themes of Project:
  • Social Justice,
  • Other
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About this Project:

I aim to celebrate the role of women in the Artemis missions of both on-ground roles and in space roles (Christina H. Koch).
Historically, women were not allowed in the space program until the 1970s. Due to the rampant inequality in the past against women and the recent times of this, the impact of this inequality still harms women.
The Artemis missions empowers women by sending the first woman to the moon and generally highlighting women more so than in the past.
To help the missions' goal of fostering a love of STEM through inspiration from these missions, I created a website that is simple for many people to be able to read through it and understand how important and relevant all of this is.
Although education is an underrated tool for spreading awareness and preventing discrimination, it's a powerful one that I hope this website accomplishes.

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Feedback from the Judges:

Adria Spivack
👏 Design lead at IBM — Emoti-Con Judge
Great job on the project. I really liked how you laid out your process and thinking. And I think the website is well coded and has some really interesting information there. I would think about what the intended impact of your project is. Are you trying to convince your audience that there is an issue or are you trying to get more women involved in NASA/space exploration? Once you have answered that, I would do more research into why it is an issue and ideate on what are specific methods/arguments that might help solve the problem. I think general education is a great first step but will fast short if we don't better understand the specific barriers to your intended goal. Overall great job and keep it up!

Frank Billing
👏 Director, Technical Account Management at Salesforce — Emoti-Con Judge
Your pitch to celebrate the role of women in the Artemis missions and create a website to promote awareness and inspire others is fantastic. By highlighting the historical inequality faced by women in the space program and the importance of empowering women in STEM fields, you are shedding light on a significant issue.

The Artemis missions, especially the milestone of sending the first woman to the moon, are groundbreaking and serve as a powerful symbol of progress and inclusivity. By showcasing the achievements of women in both on-ground and in-space roles, you are providing recognition and visibility to their contributions, ultimately inspiring future generations.

Creating a website to promote the missions and their significance is an excellent strategy to foster a love for STEM and spread awareness. By designing the website to be accessible and easily understandable, you are ensuring that a wide range of people can engage with the content and comprehend its importance. This inclusivity is crucial for reaching a diverse audience and encouraging participation and interest in STEM fields.

Recognizing education as a potent tool for raising awareness and combating discrimination is absolutely correct. By leveraging the power of your website to educate visitors about the significance of the Artemis missions and the role of women, you are contributing to the broader mission of fostering equality and empowerment. The website can serve as a valuable resource for those seeking information, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of the achievements and challenges faced by women in the space program.

To further enhance your pitch, consider incorporating interactive elements into the website that can engage visitors and encourage their active participation. For example, you could include profiles or interviews with women involved in the Artemis missions, interactive timelines, or educational resources related to space exploration and STEM subjects. These elements can enhance the overall user experience and make the website a more immersive and impactful platform for learning and inspiration.

Overall, your pitch showcases a powerful initiative to celebrate women's roles in the Artemis missions and promote the importance of gender equality in the field of space exploration. By creating an accessible website that educates and inspires, you are contributing to the mission of fostering a love for STEM and empowering future generations to pursue their passions without gender-based barriers.

Feedback from the Community:

Nikolle 👏 a High School Student from I am from queens, Thomas A Edison CTE High School
I love this! I really think this is a very educational app as well as a women empowerment advocate. I think it is very interesting and entertaining to learn about woman's history and their accomplishments and this app does all of that.

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