Join Amplify Her Foundation and NYC First, in partnership with Student Leadership Network and hosted by Cornell Tech, for an inspiring evening celebrating women in STEM. The event features a thought-provoking panel discussion with accomplished women in robotics and technology, followed by a screening of "Rule Breakers" - the powerful documentary chronicling the extraordinary journey of the Afghan Girls' Robotics Team as they overcome tremendous obstacles to compete on the global stage.

This special event will also spotlight the innovative Mechatronics team from The Young Women's Leadership School of Astoria, connecting their work with professional pathways in the field. Discover how these trailblazers are transforming the landscape of robotics and creating new opportunities for the next generation of women in STEM.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to be inspired by remarkable stories of perseverance, witness the impact of mentorship, and explore concrete pathways for girls interested in robotics and technology careers!

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Agenda:

3:00-4:00pm Reception and Robotics Demonstration

Network with the community while enjoying light bites and experience hands-on operation of the Mechatronics robot!

4:00-5:00pm Power Panel: Girls, Grit, & the Future of STEM

This intimate conversation features Musfirat Rahman, Team Captain of Mechatronics 13368 at The Young Women’s Leadership School of Astoria, in dialogue with Roya and Elaha Mahboob, mentors to the Afghan Dreamers and global advocates for girls in STEM, a NYC FIRST representative and notable woman in STEM. Together, they’ll explore the transformative power of robotics education—from the school lab to the global stage—and what it takes to create real access and belonging for girls in tech.

5:00-7:00pm Rule Breakers Screening

Rule Breakers is an inspirational true story about an all-girls robotics team from Afghanistan who defied societal expectations and competed in international competitions. The film follows Roya Mahboob, a software engineer and entrepreneur, who mentors the team and advocates for girls' education in a country where it is often discouraged. Rated: PG