Gemini-1

Gemini 1's mission is to promote aerospace development in Latin America and address socio-environmental challenges. Our vision is to cultivate a generation of young changemakers committed to a more equitable and sustainable future.

Gemini 1's mission is to promote aerospace development in Latin America and address socio-environmental challenges. Our vision is to cultivate a generation of young changemakers committed to a more equitable and sustainable future.

Core values:

Innovation: We constantly seek new ways to address aerospace and socio-environmental challenges, encouraging creativity and originality in all our initiatives.
Collaboration: We value cooperation and teamwork, recognizing that meaningful change requires the participation of diverse perspectives and skills.
Empowerment: We are committed to empowering young people to become proactive leaders and agents of change in their communities and beyond.
Commitment to Equity: We seek to ensure that all of our initiatives are inclusive and accessible to those who face socioeconomic barriers or other forms of discrimination.
Excellence: We strive to achieve the highest quality standards in everything we do, from project planning and execution to supporting and monitoring our beneficiaries.

Niurka Leiva and Mei Ling Martinez are the team leaders in our organization. Their role is fundamental in the coordination and supervision of all activities related to the project. In addition to providing strategic direction, they are responsible for resource management, making key decisions and establishing relationships with other collaborating entities. Their main responsibility is to ensure that the project is developed efficiently and effectively, meeting the established objectives and maintaining fluid communication with all team members. Additionally, they act as focal points for problem resolution and risk mitigation, ensuring that the project progresses according to the plan and the desired results are achieved within the established time frame and budget.

Niurka Leiva and Mei Ling Martinez, as team leaders in our organization, are well positioned to effectively support Project LEAP, despite other priorities within the organization. Both leaders have extensive experience in managing educational and community projects, which allows them to have a deep understanding of the needs and challenges involved in this type of initiatives.
As leaders, Niurka and Mei Ling have the ability to effectively delegate responsibilities within the team, allowing for equitable distribution of workload. Additionally, your inspiring leadership and ability to make informed decisions are instrumental in keeping the team motivated and ensuring project objectives are achieved.
In addition, they have a highly qualified and committed support team, made up of professionals with experience in education, community development and project management. This team is well suited to take on key responsibilities in Project LEAP and collaborate closely with Niurka, Mei Ling and the rest of the leadership team to ensure its success.
Despite other priorities within the organization, Niurka and Mei Ling are committed to devoting 3-4 hours of work per week to Project LEAP over the course of the 12-week sprint. This time allocation ensures that they can remain fully committed to the project and provide the leadership necessary for its successful execution.
Additionally, the support team is prepared to collaborate closely with leadership in project planning, implementation and monitoring. Their experience and dedication ensure they can take on additional responsibilities and adapt to changing project needs, even in the context of other priorities within the organization.
In summary, Niurka Leiva, Mei Ling Martinez and the support team are well positioned to effectively support the LEAP Project, thanks to their experience, commitment and ability to work as a team towards a common goal of positive impact on education.

"Inquill Camp: Promoting STEM and astronomy for low-income boys and girls in Latin America, closing the educational gap."

The problem that our solution, "Inquill Camp", seeks to address lies in the lack of access to quality education in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) areas, specifically in the field of astronomy, for boys and girls of low resources in Latin America, especially in Peru.
In many Latin American countries, including Peru, educational opportunities in STEM areas are limited, especially for those who come from marginalized and low-income communities. This creates a significant gap in access to education and future opportunities for these boys and girls, who face barriers to developing skills and knowledge in scientific and technological fields.
Limited access to quality STEM education has profound and lasting consequences. First, it perpetuates socioeconomic inequality by denying these boys and girls the opportunity to access high-paying, high-growth careers in STEM fields. This contributes to a cycle of poverty and limited opportunities that negatively affects individual and community development.
Furthermore, the lack of representation of marginalized groups in STEM fields perpetuates gender inequality and limits the diversity of perspectives in innovation and scientific progress. Girls, in particular, face additional barriers due to entrenched gender stereotypes and social expectations that discourage their participation in technical and scientific disciplines.
The problem is further exacerbated by the lack of resources and access to technology in low-income communities. Many schools lack laboratories, up-to-date educational materials, and adequate training for teachers in STEM areas, further limiting children's learning opportunities.
"Inquill Camp" aims to solve this problem by providing a comprehensive platform for low-income boys and girls in Peru to access quality education in astronomy and STEM areas. Our program combines virtual education with hands-on field experiences, allowing participants to explore, learn and develop skills in a stimulating and collaborative environment.
By addressing the lack of access and opportunities in STEM education, Inquill Camp aims to empower these boys and girls to become agents of change in their communities, breaking the cycle of poverty and contributing to the country's socioeconomic and cultural progress. .

"Inquill Camp" is an educational solution designed to provide access to quality education in astronomy and STEM areas (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) to low-income boys and girls in Peru. It works as a comprehensive program that combines virtual and practical components to provide an enriching and stimulating learning experience.

The program consists of several stages designed to offer participants a solid understanding of astronomy and foster their interest in STEM areas. Each of these stages is described below:
Virtual Education: The first stage of the program involves the delivery of talks, workshops and webinars on various astronomical and scientific topics. These virtual sessions are taught by experts in the field and are designed to introduce participants to basic concepts in astronomy and STEM areas. Through these activities, boys and girls have the opportunity to learn about the universe, planets, stars, galaxies and other celestial phenomena in an accessible and fun way.
Practical Experience: The second stage of the program involves a week of immersion in astronomical sites in Cusco, where participants have the opportunity to apply what they have learned in a practical environment. During this week, boys and girls have the opportunity to participate in astronomical observations, visit observatories and research centers, interact with experts in the field and carry out practical activities related to astronomy. This practical experience allows them to connect with the knowledge acquired during the virtual sessions and deepen their understanding of astronomical concepts.
In summary, "Inquill Camp" functions as a comprehensive educational program that combines virtual education and practical experience to provide low-income boys and girls in Peru the opportunity to learn about astronomy and STEM areas. Through interactive virtual sessions and a week of immersion at astronomical sites, participants have the opportunity to explore the universe, develop skills in science and technology, and spark their interest in careers in scientific and technical fields.

To date, our organization has conducted a variety of research that has helped demonstrate the effectiveness of our educational solution. These investigations have focused on various methods to establish evidence of effectiveness, including fundamental research, formative research, and summative research.
First, we have conducted fundamental research, such as literature reviews and documentary data analysis, to better understand the educational context in which we operate and to identify the specific needs and challenges faced by low-income children in Peru in relation to with education in STEM areas. These researches have provided us with a solid foundation to design our solution and adapt it to the real needs of our target population.
Additionally, we have conducted formative research, such as feasibility studies and user interviews, to assess the acceptance and suitability of our solution in the local context. These studies have allowed us to gather valuable feedback from participants and facilitators, which has helped us continually improve and adjust our intervention to make it more effective and relevant.
Regarding summative research, we have carried out impact evaluations and quasi-experimental studies to measure the effect of our solution on the learning outcomes of participating children. These evaluations have used rigorous designs, such as pre- and post-test with control groups, to compare the academic progress of students who participate in our program with those who do not. The results of these investigations have been encouraging, demonstrating significant improvements in knowledge and skills in STEM areas among participants.
Additionally, we have collaborated with external researchers and local universities to conduct independent impact studies and review our data. These efforts have further strengthened our evidence base and validated the positive results obtained through our own internal research.
In summary, our research has provided solid evidence of the effectiveness of our educational solution in improving the learning outcomes of low-income boys and girls in Peru in STEM areas. We are committed to continuing to conduct rigorous research to continue improving and refining our intervention and ensuring its long-term positive impact.
Additionally, we have established data collaborations with renowned Peruvian universities, such as the National University of Engineering (UNI), the Technological University of Peru (UTP), the University of Sciences and Humanities (UCH) and the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (PUC). , to carry out joint research and strengthen our evidence base.

The data collected from our research and studies has revealed a series of trends and challenges in the educational context of Peru, particularly with regard to opportunities in STEM areas for low-income boys and girls. These figures have significantly influenced our approach to future work and the design of our educational solution.

According to data from the National Institute of Statistics and Informatics (INEI) of Peru, only around 24% of school-age boys and girls in rural and peri-urban areas of the country have access to quality education in STEM areas. This indicates a clear gap in access to educational opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics for a large part of the child population in Peru. Additionally, within this group, girls face additional barriers due to gender stereotypes and social inequalities that limit their participation in STEM fields.
Regarding educational quality, data shows that 38% of children in Peru do not reach minimum levels of proficiency in mathematics and science, reflecting a worrying lack of quality in the education offered in the country. This situation is exacerbated by a lack of resources and inadequate infrastructure in many schools, especially in rural and low-income areas.
Additionally, approximately 15% of school-age children in Peru do not attend school, which represents a large number of children who do not have access to any form of formal education. These children are especially vulnerable to social exclusion and have few opportunities to improve their living conditions in the future due to lack of education.
These statistics reveal the urgent need to intervene and provide equitable, quality educational opportunities for all boys and girls in Peru, especially those from disadvantaged communities. Our educational solution, Inquill Camp, is specifically designed to address these gaps and challenges by providing access to quality education in STEM areas for low-income boys and girls across the country.
Based on this data, we have adapted our approach to ensure that our solution is inclusive and accessible to all, especially prioritizing the participation of girls and boys who face greater barriers to accessing educational opportunities. In addition, we have strengthened our collaboration with government organizations, NGOs and universities to expand the scope of our intervention and reach more boys and girls in rural and peri-urban areas of Peru. In summary, the data collected has been instrumental in informing and guiding our future work, ensuring that our solution effectively addresses the needs and challenges of the educational context in Peru

Our organization recognizes the importance of strengthening the evidence base of our educational solution, especially regarding the effectiveness of our Inquill Camp program in improving learning outcomes in STEM areas for low-income boys and girls in Peru. Although we have conducted internal research and collaborated with academic institutions to evaluate the impact of our program, we believe that participating in a LEAP project will provide us with an invaluable opportunity to further consolidate and improve our evidence base.
Firstly, we believe that now is the right time to participate in a LEAP project because we have reached a significant stage in the development and implementation of our educational solution. Inquill Camp has been launched and is active in several communities in Peru, giving us the opportunity to collect real-world data and evidence on its effectiveness. We are ideally positioned to take advantage of this moment and work with the LEAP team of colleagues to evaluate and improve our intervention.
Additionally, we recognize that the need for robust and rigorous evidence is essential to demonstrate the impact of our program and ensure its long-term sustainability. Participating in a LEAP project will allow us to access the expertise and resources necessary to conduct more rigorous and detailed evaluations of our solution, helping us identify areas for improvement and optimize our approach.
We also understand that, in the current context of education in Peru and around the world, it is crucial to have solid evidence to support the effectiveness of our interventions. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated educational inequalities and increased the need for effective solutions that address gaps in learning. Participating in a LEAP project will provide us with the opportunity to adapt and improve our intervention to address these challenges more effectively.
In summary, participating in a LEAP project is essential for our organization at this time because it will allow us to strengthen the evidence base of our solution, improve its effectiveness and ensure its positive impact on the most vulnerable students in Peru. We are committed to taking advantage of this opportunity to learn, grow and make a significant difference in the education of our country's boys and girls.

-How can we adapt and improve our pedagogical approach to increase student participation and engagement in STEM learning?
-What factors contribute to the long-term success of our participants after completing the program, and how can we further strengthen their impact on the community and on their educational and professional future?
-What is the specific impact of our Inquill Camp program on the development of STEM skills and academic performance of low-income boys and girls in Peru?

For the desired outcomes of Project LEAP's 12-week sprint, we hope to gain solid research recommendations that will help us strengthen the evidence base of our educational solution. These recommendations will need to be developed by our colleagues, the LEAP Fellows, who will work closely with us during this period.

Our main objective is to identify and design research strategies that allow us to address key areas of uncertainty or weakness in our current solution. We expect LEAP fellows to provide us with clear and specific recommendations on the most appropriate study designs, relevant evaluation and monitoring strategies, as well as conceptual frameworks or evaluation tools that may be most effective in measuring the impact of our intervention.
For example, we would like to explore how we can improve data collection and results evaluation to better understand the effect of our solution on the learning of participating children. This could include recommendations for more effective assessment methods, such as validated questionnaires, standardized tests, or structured interviews, as well as strategies for collecting longitudinal data that allow us to track student progress over time.
Additionally, we would like guidance on how to address potential biases or limitations in our current research. This could include recommendations on selecting appropriate control groups, minimizing loss of participants to follow-up, and considering external factors that could influence the results.
Another desired outcome would be the identification of potential collaborations or partnerships that could strengthen our ability to conduct high-quality research in the future. This might involve establishing connections with educational assessment experts, academic researchers, or local research institutions that can provide additional technical or methodological support.
In short, we expect LEAP Fellows to provide us with practical, actionable recommendations that will help us improve the quality and rigor of our research, allowing us to generate robust evidence about the impact of our educational solution. These recommendations will be instrumental in guiding our future work and ensuring that we are using the most effective methods to continually evaluate and improve our intervention.

Following the conclusion of the Project LEAP sprint, our organization plans to put the results obtained into practice in several ways to strengthen our evidence base and continually improve our educational solution.

First, we will carefully review the research recommendations developed by LEAP fellows and evaluate their feasibility and relevance to our organization. We will identify the recommendations that we consider most relevant and applicable to our specific situation and develop an action plan to implement them.
One of our first actions will be to integrate the new research strategies into our existing processes and activities. This may involve reviewing and updating our assessment and monitoring protocols, incorporating new measurement instruments, or adapting our data collection practices to align with recommendations received.
Additionally, we plan to train our internal team on new research strategies and methodologies to ensure their correct implementation and use. This may include training and professional development sessions, practical workshops or work meetings dedicated to discussing and sharing best practices in the application of the recommendations received.
We will also explore opportunities to establish collaborations or partnerships with educational research experts, academics or other organizations that can provide additional support in implementing the recommendations. This may involve participating in professional networks, actively seeking funding opportunities for joint research projects, or organizing events and conferences related to educational assessment.
Additionally, we are committed to continually monitoring and evaluating the impact of changes implemented in our educational solution. This may include regularly collecting data, conducting follow-up evaluations, and periodically reviewing our research approach to ensure its effectiveness and relevance over time.
Finally, we are committed to sharing the results of our research and learning with the broader educational community to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of STEM education and promote evidence-based practices. This may involve publishing technical reports, presenting at academic conferences, or participating in international working groups and collaborations.
In conclusion, we will implement the results obtained from Project LEAP in a comprehensive and systematic manner to strengthen our evidence base, improve the effectiveness of our educational solution and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of STEM education. We are committed to adopting a continuous improvement approach and using the most rigorous and effective research methods to ensure the success and positive impact of our intervention.

The long-term desired outcomes of Project LEAP's 12-week sprint for our organization and our educational solution are ambitious and geared toward achieving a transformative and sustainable impact on STEM education for low-income boys and girls in Peru.

For our organization, we hope to achieve a significant increase in our research and evaluation capacity, which will allow us to strengthen our evidence base and improve our educational intervention. Specifically, we aim to increase our technical capacity in implementing educational research by at least 50%, including the selection and application of appropriate research methods, the collection and analysis of data, and the interpretation and communication of data. results.
Additionally, we seek to promote a more evidence-oriented organizational culture, with a 40% increase in the number of collaborators involved in research and evaluation activities. This will involve the integration of research and evaluation at all stages of our educational practice, from program design to strategic decision making.
At the level of collaboration and learning, we hope to establish new partnerships and strengthen existing ones, with a 30% increase in the number of collaborations with academic institutions, non-profit organizations and government agencies. This will allow us to benefit from the experience and knowledge of other actors in the field of STEM education, as well as contribute to the advancement of knowledge through the dissemination of our findings and learning.
For our educational solution, the desired results include significant improvements in the learning outcomes of participating boys and girls in STEM areas. We aim to achieve a 20% increase in student academic achievement in mathematics, science and technology, as well as a 30% improvement in student confidence and interest in these subjects.
Additionally, we seek to increase equity in access to educational opportunities by 25%, providing a greater number of boys and girls from marginalized communities the opportunity to participate in our educational programs. This may include expanding our operations to new geographic areas or implementing specific strategies to reach underrepresented populations.
Ultimately, the desired long-term outcomes of Project LEAP are the achievement of a transformative and sustainable impact on the STEM education of low-income boys and girls in Peru. We are committed to working collaboratively with our partners and the broader education community to achieve these goals and ensure that all boys and girls have access to quality education and equitable opportunities to thrive in the 21st century.