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All in the Family: Renewal and Repair Through Family-Centered and Community-Driven Approaches

Wed, April 23, 10:50am to 12:20pm MDT (10:50am to 12:20pm MDT), The Colorado Convention Center, Floor: Meeting Room Level, Room 705

Session Type: Paper Session

Abstract

This session explores informal learning with families, emphasizing the importance of cultural, social, and emotional factors in fostering meaningful engagement. The studies collectively highlight the role of caregivers in shaping empathy, science learning, and revealing barriers to STEM participation. Findings highlight how family interactions, reminiscing about zoo visits, sharing stories in STEM settings, and practicing social justice through community libraries, enhance intergenerational learning, create access, and repair historical harms. The papers emphasize the importance of cultural capital, trauma-informed practices, and tailored approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse families, including underserved and immigrant communities. Together, these studies show how informal learning spaces can be more inclusive and impactful through family-centered and community-driven approaches.

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