Space Through Art - Founder

Making astrophysics accessible to underprivileged kids through art

I created Space Through Art, a STEM outreach initiative designed to make astrophysics more accessible and engaging for underprivileged children, especially girls who may not otherwise have much exposure to physics or astronomy. The idea came from noticing the gender gap in STEM and wanting to challenge the perception that subjects like physics and maths are "too difficult" or primarily for boys.

The project combined scientific learning with creative, hands-on activities. I designed and led both online and in-person workshops covering topics such as the Moon, the solar system, black holes, and time dilation, adapting the difficulty and teaching style depending on the age group. Younger students responded better to drawing and craft-based activities, while older students were able to engage with more advanced concepts.

I partnered with three organisations across India, including Chaitanya Kul, Kshamata, and Umang, reaching more than 25 students across 3+ cities through 5+ workshops.

One of the biggest challenges was adapting the programme to very different audiences and formats. Online sessions made it harder to monitor activities, while younger in-person groups required more interactive and visual teaching. I responded by simplifying activities, using fewer materials, and shifting toward more hands-on learning.

The project helped me build skills in communication, teaching, programme design, audience adaptation, leadership, and translating complex technical concepts into simple, visual explanations. It also reinforced how much I enjoy combining technical ideas with creativity and human-centred thinking.

Skills developed: STEM communication, workshop design, public speaking, curriculum design, leadership, audience adaptation, creative education, outreach strategy.