AWS InCommunities is an initiative focused on making a positive difference to communities where AWS operates globally. The program’s pillars include STEAM Education, Access, and Equity, Local Tech Upskilling, Environmental Stewardship, and Employee Engagement. One of the significant focuses of AWS InCommunities in India is STEAM education, with the AWS Think Big Spaces program providing students from underserved communities with the infrastructure and guidance required to excel in STEAM subjects. The AWS Think Big Science Carnival held in Navi Mumbai is one such initiative, empowering young students to explore and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. The carnival received over 270 project ideas during the preliminary round, with STEAM experts and AWS employees mentoring the students. Over 60 projects were presented at the finale, with the top 30 prototypes going on to district, state, and national-level competitions.
AWS Think Big Science Carnival Empowers Young Minds to Innovate
The AWS Think Big Science Carnival held in Navi Mumbai on March 24, 2023, witnessed over 60 innovative science projects developed by students aged 11 to 14 from Navi Mumbai’s municipal schools. Among these projects were an electric car with built-in self-charging capabilities and a gadget that sends reminders on when to consume leftover food based on its color, texture, and smell.
The science carnival, now in its fourth year, is part of the AWS Think Big Spaces program, which aims to provide underserved communities with the infrastructure and guidance required to excel in STEAM subjects early in life and build a foundation for STEAM careers in the future. The event, organized by AWS InCommunities, saw over 2,000 students from 50 Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation schools attend the finale at the CIDCO Exhibition Centre.
The AWS Think Big Science Carnival was an opportunity for students to explore problems related to agriculture and food safety, health and hygiene, environment conservation, renewable energy, and disaster management, aligning with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. The event received over 270 project ideas during the preliminary round, with STEAM experts and AWS employees mentoring the students.
The most innovative ideas from the preliminary round received support to build their prototypes, with the top 30 prototypes presented during the finale. The students will subsequently use their prototypes and experience to participate in district, state, and national-level competitions.
Aruna Yadav, Education Officer at Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation, commended the event for providing a platform for the students to showcase their unique and astonishing ideas, praising their potential to become scientists and innovators, make India proud, and develop solutions for the general public.
The AWS Think Big Science Carnival has empowered young minds to think big, promoting innovation and STEAM education, and will undoubtedly inspire future scientists and innovators.
AWS InCommunities Empowers Communities through STEAM Education and More
Saji P.K., Director of Data Center Operations for Asia-Pacific Japan and China at AWS, highlighted the importance of investing in STEAM education, as it promotes innovation and a brighter future for all. Students who engage in science projects learn to ask questions, experiment with ideas, and analyze real-world scenarios, all of which are essential skills for success in the industry.
AWS InCommunities is focused on making a positive difference to communities, particularly in areas where AWS operates globally. The program is centered around four pillars: STEAM Education, Access, and Equity; Local Tech Upskilling, Environmental Stewardship; Employee Engagement. In India, AWS InCommunities was established in 2018 and began implementing long-term community-focused programs in Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai district, extending into Telangana’s Rangareddy district in 2020.
In Mumbai, AWS InCommunities has worked with over 380 women from Navi Mumbai on a women entrepreneurship program and upskilled young college graduates on cloud computing skills. The program has also developed environment initiatives in the Karnala Birds Sanctuary, including constructing an underpass that provides a safe passage for wild animals, installing informative boards related to tree and bird species, and installing water purifiers in the forest to promote reuse and reduce plastic waste.
STEAM Education for schools and job-seeking adults is a significant focus for AWS InCommunities, with initiatives like the AWS Think Big Spaces program providing students from underserved communities with the infrastructure and guidance required to excel in STEAM subjects early in life. The AWS Think Big Science Carnival held in Navi Mumbai is one such initiative, empowering young students to explore and develop innovative solutions to problems related to agriculture and food safety, health and hygiene, environment conservation, renewable energy, and disaster management.
AWS InCommunities is excited by the passion and energy of these inquisitive students and humbled by the power of their ideas. The program hopes to see more students benefiting from an enriched learning experience through its initiatives, making a positive difference in the communities where AWS operates.
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