Our Mission
At Technology Youth Empowerment (TYE), we believe that every young person deserves access to quality STEM education. We're breaking down barriers and creating pathways for students to explore, discover, and fall in love with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
How We Started
Technology Youth Empowerment was founded with a simple but powerful vision: to make quality STEM education accessible to all students, regardless of their background or circumstances. We recognized that traditional education often prioritizes test scores over genuine understanding, leaving many students behind.
Our founders saw the gap between what students needed and what was available. They created TYE to fill that gap, providing free, hands-on STEM programs that spark curiosity and build confidence. We believe that when students are given the opportunity to explore, experiment, and ask questions, they discover their potential and develop a true love for learning.
Today, TYE continues to grow, reaching hundreds of students through our workshops, take-home kits, and mentorship programs. We remain committed to our core values: accessibility, curiosity-driven learning, and student-centered education.
Our Values
Accessibility
100% free programming ensures every student can participate, regardless of financial circumstances.
Curiosity-Driven
We prioritize exploration and questions over memorization, fostering genuine interest in STEM.
Student-Centered
Our peer mentorship model creates supportive environments where students learn from and inspire each other.
Curiosity-First Learning
Our Curiosity-First approach revolutionizes how students engage with STEM. Instead of starting with abstract concepts, we begin with real-world challenges that spark natural curiosity. Students explore, experiment, and discover before diving into technical details.
This methodology differs from traditional education by prioritizing questions over answers, exploration over memorization, and understanding over test scores. Students gain confidence through hands-on discovery, leading to deeper learning and genuine enthusiasm for STEM subjects.
The benefits are clear: increased engagement, improved retention, and a lasting love for learning that extends far beyond our workshops.
Breaking Down Barriers
We believe cost should never be a barrier to quality education. That's why 100% of our programming is completely free. From workshops to take-home kits, every student has access to the same high-quality STEM education.
Our STEM Without Walls initiative addresses transportation and scheduling barriers by bringing learning directly to students' homes. With interactive kits and peer-led videos, students can learn at their own pace, on their own schedule.
Accessibility is at the core of everything we do. We work to remove every barrier—financial, logistical, or educational—so that every student can discover their potential in STEM.
Empowering Through Mentorship
Our student-led instruction model creates a unique learning environment where older students become teachers and role models. This peer-to-peer approach builds confidence, leadership skills, and a supportive community.
Mentors develop teaching skills, deepen their own understanding, and gain valuable leadership experience. Mentees benefit from relatable role models, comfortable learning environments, and peer support that makes STEM accessible and engaging.
This model creates a cycle of empowerment: students who learn become students who teach, building a community of learners who support and inspire each other.