Yamilée Toussaint

Yamilée Toussaint, founder of STEM From Dance and 2024 CNN Hero, is revolutionizing STEM education by merging it with dance for girls of color. She discusses her journey from teaching algebra to empowering over 4,000 girls through this unique approach. The conversation highlights how dance builds resilience and confidence, encouraging young girls to engage with technical fields. Yamilée also emphasizes the critical need for diverse perspectives in STEM and reflects on her nomination as a CNN Hero, showcasing the power of community support in education.