Ethiopian Airlines' STEM Initiative Marks Another Year of Success
Published: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
On August 28, 2024, Ethiopian Airlines, in collaboration with Boeing and Think Young, celebrated the successful completion of the second edition of their STEM School program. This initiative, focused on equipping Ethiopian high school students with essential skills in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), saw 28 Grade 11 students, with a 50% female participation rate, graduate from the program.
The three-year program targets underserved youth across Ethiopia, fostering academic growth and interest in higher education. Selection is conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Education to identify the most promising students.
Mr. Mesfin Tasew, Group CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, highlighted the importance of investing in youth education, emphasizing the program’s role in empowering future innovators and problem-solvers. Kuljit Ghata-Aura, President of Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central Asia, and Delila Kidanu, Director of ThinkYoung Africa, echoed these sentiments, praising the program’s impact on Ethiopia’s aviation sector and broader economy.
During the program, students were immersed in STEM principles, learning coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence, while also developing vital soft skills. The initiative, hosted by Ethiopian Aviation University, provided students with exclusive access to Ethiopian Airlines’ operations, offering a hands-on perspective on the aviation industry.
The STEM initiative is set to continue, welcoming new students next year, as Ethiopian Airlines remains committed to shaping the future leaders of Ethiopia through education and STEM.
