What an unforgettable #BESTEMM2025!

From Dr. Gelan Ayana Zewdie’s keynote to the Black Health Panel, career fair, workshops & the Awards Banquet — the energy was unmatched.

Huge thanks to our speakers, attendees, volunteers & sponsors for making it all possible. 🙌🏾

#BlackExcellenceInSTEMM #tbt

That part of the conference everyone has been waiting for 😁 Always good to unwind a little after a packed conference #BESTEMM2025

We’re live at the CBSN All Members Meeting at #BESTEMM2025!

This annual gathering is our chance to connect as a network, reflect on our journey, and shape the future of CBSN together.

Thank you to all members who continue to build this powerful community.

Kicking off Day 2 of #BESTEMM2025 with our Black Health Panel — a powerful conversation on wellness, equity, and systemic change.

On this #EmancipationDay, we reflect on freedom, resilience, and the ongoing fight for health justice in Black communities. 🖤

#BlackInSTEMM #CBSN #BlackHealthMatters

Are you in Calgary!

Do you know you can still register? Registrations are available at the front desk.

Head over to the Science Theatres hall way at the University of Calgary and join of for an amazing experience #BESTEMM2025

We’re proud to announce Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada as a Platinum Sponsor for BE-STEMM 2025

NSERC has supported BE-STEMM since our first conference, & their continued commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEMM helps make this gathering possible

We’re excited to announce the University of Calgary as a Platinum Sponsor and proud host of BE-STEMM 2025!

This year, we’re bringing the celebration of Black excellence in STEMM to the heart of Alberta — and we couldn’t ask for a better host.

We’re proud to announce the University of Toronto as a Diamond Sponsor and continuing Network Host for BE-STEMM 2025!

From the very beginning, U of T has supported the Canadian Black Scientists Network and our vision for a more inclusive and empowered STEMM community.

We’re thrilled to announce that BE-STEMM 2025 is presented by Genome Canada!

As our presenting sponsor, Genome Canada is helping to power the fourth edition of Canada’s national conference celebrating Black excellence in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM).

🚨 BE-STEMM 2025 is almost here!

Join us in Calgary, July 31–Aug 1.

🎤 Hear from CBSN President Dr. Lawrence Goodridge

🔑 Featuring Dr. Gelan Zewdie on AI & equitable healthcare

📍 University of Calgary

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