Joan was dedicated to inspiring young people to explore, study & develop a lifelong love of science and technology. Her deep-rooted commitment to equality & her belief that every child deserved a fighting chance made her an exceptional champion of Edinburgh Science's learning programmes. She believed that learning should help empower young people to face whatever the world might throw at them & be great fun in the process. At Edinburgh Science she reached over half a million young people, changed the lives of many through her passion for sharing knowledge, championing the underdog & flying the flag for woment in science.
Her sudden death has left many shocked & wanting to find a way to honour & mark both her spirit & legacy.
DONATIONS WILL BE MADE TO:
EQUATE Scotland is the national expert in gender equality throughout STEM sectors. We make tangible & sustainable change, enabling women studying & working in these key sectors to develop, by supporting their recruitment, retention & progression.
Donations to EQUATE Scotland will be made through Napier University Development Trust
ScienceGrrl Glasgow is a grassroots organisation, led by volunteers from an amalgamation of backgrounds with a vested interest in science. Our mission is to increase equality in STEM and show it is truely for everybody. As a non-profit organisation any funds raised will continue to inspire young minds.