About

Science, Engineering and Mathematics Link Inc. (SEM Link) is an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization founded in 2005 by Tokiwa T. Smith on the premise that exposure to the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) community is critical to inspiring K-12 students to pursue STEM careers. Hence, the organization being named SEM Link because the essence of our work is connecting youth to the STEM community to provide them with positive adult role models in STEM. SEM Link’s  programs and events increase students’ awareness of STEM careers and encourage their participation in STEM Research through digital learning and hands-on activities.  

SEM Link has a two-core program hybrid model, Community STEM and STEM Literacy and Research , that provide digital learning opportunities and in-person programs and events for K-12 students in Metro Atlanta.  The Community STEM Program focuses on providing STEM activities in community spaces, having digital and in-person learning opportunities that expose youth to STEM through career exploration, hands-on activities, and interactive demonstrations. The STEM Literacy and Research Program builds youth confidence in their ability to read, write, do and talk STEM. Through digital learning and in-person programming, youth develop their STEM literacy, communication and research skills that empower them to explore STEM topics and prepare them to pursue STEM careers.

Since the organization’s inception, SEM Link through our programs and events over 500 STEM professionals have exposed over 15,000 youth to over 50 different STEM career pathways as well as supported hundreds of young STEM Research trainees.