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Same Migrant Community
Programme

We want to celebrate diversity and languages in science and education across Europe

Science workshop in Arabic
Girl exploring scientist with a female scientist
Arabic speaking workshop
Science workshop_SMC
Migrant students exploring science
Problem

According to EU & UN reports, migrant children are on average twice as likely to underachieve in science than their non-migrant peers.

It doesn’t have to be like this!

Solution

We connect children and scientists of the same migrant community by organizing science workshops in a shared heritage language

We do it to broaden the horizons of children, promote scientific literacy and higher education, and foster language development.

Unique Features

Key features of the workshops

Science Tapas

Children get to "taste" different fields of science, and all of the fields are welcomed!

Integral learning

Children talk about science in their heritage language during the workshops.

Carousel Format

Children are divided into groups and interact with several scientists in a single workshop.

Where

Where we are

Countries & Languages

We implement the programme in different countries and languages. For each country/city and language, we have at least one volunteer scientist who is the Coordinator.

 

Meet our Coordinators!

Who
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Timeline

FAQ

  • Open positions
    We are currently looking for a Development and Marketing Lead. See how to apply here. Applications open until 9th September.
  • Curricular internships
    We welcome students from any field and academic level to consider doing their internship with us. If you are interested please email us your CV and telll us why you would like to do an internship with us. Internships for at least 6 months are preferred.
  • Non-curricular internships
    Internships can be a critical stepping stone for those seeking to start, revamp or enhance their career. Hence, we welcome people from all ages and backgrounds. Annual Internship Programme Opened every June. Apply for the current round here. Micro Internships Micro internships usually have very specific goals that are mutually agreed. They can be 5 to 40 hours-long over a period of 1 to 6 weeks. If you are interested, please email us your CV and tell us where you are in your career and what skill/interest you have to offer.
  • Join us as a Researcher
    We are interested in conducting research to evaluate the impact of our programmes. We are open to collaborate and available to support in grant applications. Please email us explaining your idea, interest or plans. Below are some interesting fellowship options: MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships, ISRF Funding Opportunities, The Branco Weiss Fellowship, FCT Funding Opportunities.
  • Blog writing
    Do you have a story to share? Or maybe you want to disseminate a science project, concept or discovery? At the Native Blog, you can share stories, thoughts or science. We accept articles on a wide range of topics as long as they are relevant to our audience: scientists from all areas of expertise, and teachers and parents with some kind of interest in science. It can be an article focusing on the importance of your research, or your thoughts on current issues affecting science and scientists, or your experience or advice regarding a specific aspect of your life as a scientist. If you are interested, please submit your idea or piece anna.napolitano [at] nativescientist.com. Publication cannot be guaranteed from the beginning, but we will assist you as much as possible in the process to make it happen. Learn more about our Native Blog here.

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