The Roddenberry Foundation

This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the incredible women of Star Trek and The Roddenberry Foundation who are changing the world. Meet Tiffany Green, 2025 Roddenberry Fellow and founder of Uprooted Academy, an AI-powered platform that helps first-generation college students navigate the college applications process and provides access to scholarships and summer programs. As a young girl, Tiffany watched Star Trek with her mom and was inspired by the powerful portrayals of mentorship aboard the USS Enterprise. Today, she’s helping the real-life Wesleys, Jakes, Nogs, Naomis achieve their dreams. #startrek #tng #ds9 #education #roddenberry

We believe in supporting extraordinary leaders who are shaping a better future.?That's why we’re proud to see Suha Suleman Lalani, founder of PinkDetect, a Roddenberry Catalyst grantee, share her journey at Seton Hall University’s School of Diplomacy. On March 21st, Suha will be part of a guest lecture delivered by Anjum Malik on 'Implementing the UN SDGs in High Conflict Zones,' highlighting PinkDetect as a case study on gender equality and women’s empowerment. Suha will share her expertise, offering students unique insights into managing sensitive topics like breast health management in underserved communities, and inspiring them to create meaningful change. Learn more about what PinkDetect is up to here: https://lnkd.in/dTEruRX9 #setonhall #shudiplomacy #WomenEmpowerment #GenderEquality #SocialImpact #CommunityHealth

Navigating the unknown and advancing knowledge frontiers requires both determination and the wisdom gained from diverse perspectives. A powerful reminder for all changemakers, courtesy of our fellow, Maria Y. of IssueVoter. Learn about Maria’s work and impact here: https://issuevoter.org/ #AdvancingKnowledge #DiversePerspectives #Changemakers #WisdomInDiversity #SocialImpact

We are dedicated to working alongside visionary women like Kyra Mungia in addressing critical issues. In Oakland, she's addressing the teacher representation gap, through her organization TRiO Plus, ensuring students of color have educators who understand their lived experiences, ultimately fostering a more supportive and effective learning environment leading to improved student outcomes. Learn more here: https://www.trioplus.org #WomenInLeadership #DiversityInEducation #TeacherRepresentation #SupportiveLearning #OaklandEducation #InclusiveTeaching

In the spirit of Women's History Month, we celebrate women who aren't just making history, they're shaping our future. From revolutionizing childcare access to transforming education through innovative technology, these remarkable leaders are dismantling systemic barriers and passionately building the inclusive, equitable world we all deserve. Their dedication and vision remind us that progress isn't just possible, it's being actively created by women who dare to lead. Lisa Maria Rhodes of FREE ALAS Jaime-Jin Lewis of Wiggle Room App Tiffany G. of Uprooted Academy #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInLeadership #EquityInEducation #ChildcareRevolution #TransformativeLeadership #FutureIsFemale

With $40 billion in USAID funding at risk, immediate action is crucial. In a new article, our CEO Lior Ipp examines the strategies funders must employ to prevent devastating hunger, service failures, and systemic collapse. The piece also highlights the Roddenberry Foundation's +1 Global Fund and its innovative systems thinking as a model for crisis response during COVID-19. Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/e4NaaiXq #USAID #CrisisResponse #SystemsThinking #FundingStrategies #NonprofitLeadership #SocialImpact #collaboration #ecosystems #philanthropy #polycrisis

Roddenberry Catalyst BuriCare Limited's mission centers on reducing neonatal mortality through innovative, accessible, and technology-driven solutions, prioritizing environmental preservation and maternal bonding, with a vision of a future where all newborns thrive supported by their cost-effective, sustainable healthcare products. Learn more here: https://buri-care.com/ #NeonatalHealth #InnovativeHealthcare #MaternalBonding #SustainableSolutions #HealthcareInnovation #FutureOfHealthcare

MedAi's innovation is powered by the vision and expertise of incredible women. We're honored to witness their transformative work in AI-driven healthcare and their commitment to serving underserved communities. Celebrating their leadership this Women's History Month! #WomenInTech #HealthcareInnovation #Digitalhealth

In case you missed it, the 2024 Roddenberry Prize winners are: iCardio.ai, awarded the $1 million grand prize for their AI-driven innovation in heart disease diagnosis , and NOETIK, recognized for their pioneering work in AI-powered cancer immunotherapy, using machine learning to create personalized treatments. These breakthroughs directly reflect Gene Roddenberry's vision of a future where advanced medical technology is accessible to all, a future imagined in 'Star Trek.' Learn more about these extraordinary awardees and their transformative work here: https://lnkd.in/eAZ3r39Y #InnovationInHealthcare #CancerImmunotherapy #MachineLearning #HealthTech #FutureOfMedicine #TransformativeTechnology

We're pleased to announce NOETIK as a 2024 Roddenberry Prize finalist, awarding them a $250,000 grant to advance their pioneering work in cancer immunotherapy. Noetik's innovative AI platform uses advanced machine learning to develop personalized cancer treatments, significantly enhancing the effectiveness of immunotherapies for patients globally. Learn more about their work here: https://noetik.ai/ #CancerImmunotherapy #AIinHealthcare #InnovationInCancer #HealthcareTechnology #ImmunotherapyAdvancements #FutureOfMedicine