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Inception of the Project
Gender bias in media affects equality. A Python-based app to analyze bias in job ads can promote fair hiring, supporting SDG 5’s goal of gender equality.
Log File (Step-by-Step Project Guide)
- Research gender bias : Contact a local nonprofit (with a teacher’s help) to learn about bias in job ads. List 10–15 analysis features (e.g., gendered language detection).
- Set up Python : Install Python and VS Code (free). Follow a NLP tutorial .
- Design the app : Use Python’s NLTK for text analysis and Tkinter for the GUI. Test with sample ads.
- Test with users : Share with classmates or a women’s organization. Ask if it’s accurate and useful. Fix issues like false positives.
- Share with the community : Distribute to a nonprofit via Google Drive . Include a user guide.
Volunteer/Service Opportunity
- Volunteer at United Way Dallas to support gender equality programs.
- Assist at Dallas Women’s Foundation to promote fair hiring.
- Help at American Red Cross North Texas for community equality initiatives.
Publication/Research Journal/Clubs
- Publish in North Texas Student Scientist to share app insights.
- Submit a research paper to Journal of Emerging Investigators .
- Start a Gender Tech club to promote the app and support Business mentorship initiatives.
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Inception of the Project
Women’s health disparities hinder equality. A campaign to educate about women’s health issues can empower communities, aligning with SDG 5’s goal.
Log File (Step-by-Step Project Guide)
- Research women’s health : Read about health disparities on WHO.int . Ask a local clinic (with adult help) about community needs.
- Plan the campaign : Plan 3–5 workshops or flyers on women’s health (e.g., reproductive health). Outline content on paper.
- Create materials : Use Canva to design flyers or presentations. Ask a teacher for feedback.
- Add translations : Include a flyer in Spanish using Google Translate . Ask a native speaker to check accuracy.
- Share the campaign : Distribute flyers at a community center or host workshops with school permission.
- Get feedback : Use a Google Form to ask participants if the campaign was helpful. Use feedback to improve.
Volunteer/Service Opportunity
- Volunteer at Dallas Women’s Foundation to support health programs.
- Assist at Dallas Life to distribute health guides.
- Help at United Way Dallas to promote women’s health.
Publication/Research Journal/Clubs
- Publish in North Texas Student Scientist t to share campaign insights.
- Submit a research paper to National High School Journal of Science .
- Start a Women’s Health Advocacy club to promote the campaign and support Humanities blog initiatives.
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Inception of the Project
Mentorship empowers women entrepreneurs. A business plan for a women-led startup mentorship program can foster equality, aligning with SDG 5’s goal.
Log File (Step-by-Step Project Guide)
- Research mentorship needs : Learn about women in business on unwomen.org . org. Talk to a local entrepreneur (with adult supervision) about needs.
- Plan the program : Create a plan for a mentorship program with 3–5 goals (e.g., networking events). Outline the plan on paper.
- Create materials : Use Canva to design a business plan or pitch deck, including budget and impact. Keep it professional.
- Find mentors : Ask local business leaders (with adult help) to review the plan. Get school permission to present it.
- Test the plan : Share with a school club or nonprofit. Ask if it’s feasible and impactful. Adjust based on feedback.
- Share with the community : Present to a local organization via Google Drive .
Data Sources
Competitive Platforms
- Business Professionals of America
- DECA
- HOSA – Future Health Professionals
- Dallas Startup Week
- Dallas Equality Summit
- Entrepreneurship.org
Volunteer/Service Opportunity
- Volunteer at United Way Dallas to support women’s mentorship programs.
- Assist at SCORE to mentor women entrepreneurs.
- Help at Dallas Women’s Foundation to promote equality.
Publication/Research Journal/Clubs
- Publish in Dallas Youth Arts Review to share the business plan.
- Submit a research paper to Journal of Emerging Investigators .
- Start a Women’s Entrepreneurship club to promote the plan and support Computer Science app initiatives.
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Inception of the Project
Wage gaps hinder gender equality. A data-driven wage gap analysis model can highlight disparities, aligning with SDG 5’s goal.
Log File (Step-by-Step Project Guide)
- Research wage gaps : Learn about wage disparities on UNwomen.org . Contact a local nonprofit (with adult help) about data needs.
- Plan the model : Design a model to analyze wage data using statistics. Sketch the setup, including data inputs and visualizations.
- Develop the model : Use Python with pandas for data analysis. Test with sample wage data.
- Test the model : Validate with sample datasets (e.g., salary by gender). Ask a teacher if the model is accurate.
- Improve the design : Adjust based on feedback, optimizing visualizations or data sources. Ensure it’s clear for advocacy.
- Share with the community : Share the model with a nonprofit via Google Drive .
Volunteer/Service Opportunity
- Volunteer at United Way Dallas to support gender equality programs.
- Assist at Dallas Women’s Foundation to advocate for wage equity.
- Help at American Red Cross North Texas for community equity projects.
Publication/Research Journal/Clubs
- Publish in North Texas Student Scientist to share model insights.
- Submit a research paper to National High School Journal of Science .
- Start a Wage Equity club to promote the model and support Health Science campaign initiatives.
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Inception of the Project
Raising awareness about gender equality drives change. A blog series on gender equity can engage communities, aligning with SDG 5’s goal.
Log File (Step-by-Step Project Guide)
- Research gender equality : Read about equity issues on UNwomen.org . Interview a local nonprofit leader (with adult supervision) about community needs.
- Plan the blogs : Plan a series of 3–5 blog posts on gender equity topics, like workplace inclusion. Outline each post’s argument on paper.
- Write the blogs : Use Google Docs to write the posts, ensuring clarity and impact. Ask a teacher for feedback.
- Add translations : Translate one post into Spanish using Google Translate . Ask a native speaker to check accuracy.
- Share the blogs : Publish on a school website or community platform. Get permission from a school or nonprofit.
- Get feedback : Ask readers to fill out a Google Form about the blogs’ impact. Use feedback to revise.
Volunteer/Service Opportunity
- Volunteer at American Red Cross North Texas to raise gender equality awareness.
- Assist at United Way Dallas to share blogs at events.
- Help at Dallas Women’s Foundation to advocate for equity.
Publication/Research Journal/Clubs
- Publish in Teen Writers Project to share blog insights.
- Submit a research paper to The Schola .
- Start a Gender Equity Writing club to promote the blogs and support STEM wage gap initiatives.