Public Engagement at the Princeton Plasma Physisc Laboratory

PPPL’s Science Education Department is dedicated to bringing the topics of fusion energy and plasma science to the general public through public engagement activities throughout the year. As part of our efforts, we invite members of the community, particularly students from historically marginalized groups in plasma physics, to participate in various programs that will lead to a future in STEM careers. Science on Saturday, Science Bowl, Bring Your Child to Work Day, and Public Tours of PPPL, are outstanding opportunities for engagement. The Young Women’s Conference in STEM, for girls in grades 7-10, is one such program where we aim to foster future talent by introducing them to the opportunities and representation in the various fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. In this talk we will present on Science Education’s public engagement efforts highlighting the expansion of the YWC, starting with a 2024 San Diego YWC edition.