“A young teen from KIPP Liberty Academy in Liberty City builds a robot using a Makey Makey kit. Fab Lab Miami STEAM programs at various locations are funded by The Children’s Trust. Angel Johnson
The Children’s Trust
“That exposure is happening at Fab Lab Miami, funded by The Children’s Trust. Launched in September 2020, the maker-driven program centers on activities so girls can play, create, learn, mentor and invent.
“They design and make objects of personal interest through 3D printing, vinyl cutting, laser cutting, coding, robotics, electronics, science experiments, and design software.
“The Children’s Trust strives to nurture the best in children by providing them with the latest tools for learning and creating,” said James Haj, president and CEO of The Children’s Trust. ”We are grateful for programs like Fab Lab Miami, which provide children — especially girls — with the opportunity to develop skills in science, technology and engineering, traditionally fields dominated by men.”
“Also funded by the Key Biscayne Community Foundation, Fab Lab Miami partners with schools, community centers and after-school programs including Girl Power, Belafonte TACOLCY Center, and Miami Dade College – Curious Minds STEM Academy…”