Mapping Justice is seeking applicants for its free virtual summer program aimed at Hawaiʻi high school students. The initiative offers a unique opportunity to explore climate and social justice issues through the lens of Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
The program combines elements of Science, Engineering, Math, and Technology (STEM) with a focus on climate justice. Participants will delve into subjects such as climate change, pollution, water quality, coastal erosion, and community resilience.
Students will develop skills in geospatial data analysis, neighborhood research, and creating interactive maps and dashboards. The program involves live virtual classes held two to three times a week over six to eight weeks. Students are expected to complete self-paced assignments and group projects.
Upon completion of the course, participants will earn three units of transferable college credit.
Key details include:
– Program dates: June 16 to July 26, 2025
– Time commitment: 12 to 15 hours per week
– Synchronous classes via Zoom on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 10 a.m. to noon HST
– A final showcase event where students present their group projects will be held virtually on July 26.
Camryn Inskeep from Kaiser High School shared her experience: “After Mapping Justice, I really want to work in potential fields like this…And I’m also more inspired to share this with everyday people in my life and in my school.”
Registration remains open until May 31 as space permits.
