About STEM Explorers Network

Championing STEM education and innovation across Ghana since 2024.

SEN students and team

How We Came About

STEM Explorers Network (SEN) is an agency under the Youth Arise Organization. Youth Arise started as an organization to empower and build the capacities of young people.

In doing this, the founder of Youth Arise, Mr. Moses Baffour Awuah, saw the need for a specialized agency to focus solely on building the capacities of young people in the STEM field. That is when STEM Explorers Network was born.

The agency initially operated as a department under its mother organization until it was officially outdoored on the 16th of February, 2024, at the School of Public Health, University of Ghana.

Mission, Vision & Values

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Mission

To inspire, empower, and nurture young minds by fostering a lifelong passion for STEM education and exploration through innovative programs, partnerships, and advocacy.

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Vision

To create a global community where STEM knowledge is accessible to all — where every individual, regardless of their background, is equipped with the skills and opportunities to thrive in the dynamic world of STEM. A world where curiosity knows no bounds and the pursuit of STEM excellence is a shared journey.

Our Values

Integrity

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of honesty and accountability in everything we do.

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Inclusivity

STEM belongs to everyone. We actively work to remove barriers and welcome all backgrounds.

Excellence

We set high standards for our programs and continuously strive to improve our impact and delivery.

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Spirit of Service

We are motivated by a genuine desire to serve communities and make a meaningful difference.

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Desire to Improve

We embrace learning and growth — for ourselves, our participants, and our organization.

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Community & Humility

We build together, celebrate each other, and lead with humility, respect, and faithfulness.

Bridging STEM and Everyday Life

SEN goes beyond the classroom by integrating STEM into real-world contexts. Our programs — including Robotics Bootcamps, STEM Conferences, Educational Outreaches, Novel Engineering workshops, and Hackathons — are designed to make STEM accessible, engaging, and impactful.

We actively engage in outreach activities to ensure that STEM education reaches diverse communities across Ghana, creating a ripple effect of innovation and opportunity.

View Our Programs
SEN in action
550+
Students Impacted
51%
Girls Inspired
15+
Schools Reached
2024
Year Founded

Part of Youth Arise Organization

SEN operates as a specialized agency under Youth Arise Organization (YAO) — a broader youth empowerment organization committed to building the capacities of young people across Ghana.

Youth Arise Organization

Youth Arise Organization

Founded with the mission to empower and build the capacities of young people, Youth Arise saw the need for a specialized agency focused on STEM. STEM Explorers Network was born out of that vision.

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