About Mission i
We’re igniting the spark of curiosity in Latin American students and propelling them to become the STEM leaders of tomorrow.
Mission i wants to change the STEM narrative in Latin America, shifting away from the belief that major scientific and technological advancements must always come from other regions.
Our goal is to generate interest and passion around STEM. Besides being essential for tackling technical challenges, we believe this field teaches values — such as curiosity, collaboration, informed skepticism, open debate, respect for empirical evidence and critical thinking — that can drive progress and development in Latin American countries.
Programs
Science Communication Challenges
Social media challenges that invite the Latin American public to generate a hypothesis, solve problems, and/or explain concepts in exchange for an experience related to different STEM activities. For example, Mission i could ask followers to decipher why the helicopter propellers shown on a video look like they aren't moving for a chance to win a helicopter flight at a local heliport.
Mentoring
Clubs
A platform where students can explore their STEM interests, collaborate with peers, and win exciting prizes. Each club follows a structured curriculum aligned with our annual international intercollegiate competition, where teams from different mission i clubs showcase their projects and innovations.
A program that connects motivated Latin American students with a vast pool of mentors from diverse STEM backgrounds, ranging from college students to highly accomplished professionals such as astronauts for personalized guidance and support. Members have access to advising meetings and educational webinars with seasoned professionals.
Scholarships
Mission i wants members to dream big and without barriers. These scholarships are designed to connect Latin American students with existing opportunities across the globe, thus bridging the gap that can exist between their dreams and the opportunities that are available to them.
Volunteer with Us
Mission i is currently seeking key volunteers to support the organization's launch and development.