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What happens when young women are given the opportunity to take flight?
In this special episode of the Black Girls Do Engineer Podcast, we hear directly from participants of the BGDE Drone Pilot Training as they reflect on their journey through hands-on aviation and drone technology.
From learning the fundamentals of drone operations and flight safety to building confidence behind the controls, these young women share what challenged them, what excited them, and how the experience changed the way they see themselves and their future careers.
Throughout the conversation, they discuss the importance of teamwork, problem-solving, and the technical skills they developed while exploring one of the fastest-growing industries in STEM. They also reflect on earning new knowledge, connecting with mentors, and discovering career opportunities in aviation, engineering, robotics, surveying, public safety, filmmaking, logistics, and emerging technologies.
This episode is a celebration of curiosity, confidence, and what's possible when girls are given access to experiences that prepare them for the future of work.
Whether you're a student, parent, educator, or STEM advocate, you'll leave inspired by the voices of the next generation of innovators who are proving that the sky is not the limit—it's just the beginning.
🎧 Tune in and hear how these future STEM leaders are taking flight—one mission, one lesson, and one drone at a time.
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Thank you for listening to Black Girls Do Engineer: The Podcast.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a parent, educator, mentor, or young person who needs to hear it.
🎧 Subscribe, rate, and review—it helps our stories reach more families and future innovators.
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Because this was never just a program—it’s a promise.
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What happens when young women are given the opportunity to take flight?
In this special episode of the Black Girls Do Engineer Podcast, we hear directly from participants of the BGDE Drone Pilot Training as they reflect on their journey through hands-on aviation and drone technology.
From learning the fundamentals of drone operations and flight safety to building confidence behind the controls, these young women share what challenged them, what excited them, and how the experience changed the way they see themselves and their future careers.
Throughout the conversation, they discuss the importance of teamwork, problem-solving, and the technical skills they developed while exploring one of the fastest-growing industries in STEM. They also reflect on earning new knowledge, connecting with mentors, and discovering career opportunities in aviation, engineering, robotics, surveying, public safety, filmmaking, logistics, and emerging technologies.
This episode is a celebration of curiosity, confidence, and what's possible when girls are given access to experiences that prepare them for the future of work.
Whether you're a student, parent, educator, or STEM advocate, you'll leave inspired by the voices of the next generation of innovators who are proving that the sky is not the limit—it's just the beginning.
🎧 Tune in and hear how these future STEM leaders are taking flight—one mission, one lesson, and one drone at a time.
Support the show
Thank you for listening to Black Girls Do Engineer: The Podcast.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a parent, educator, mentor, or young person who needs to hear it.
🎧 Subscribe, rate, and review—it helps our stories reach more families and future innovators.
📲 Follow us on social @BlackGirlsDoEngineer for behind-the-scenes moments, upcoming events, and community highlights.
💖 Support the mission: Your donation helps us create access, confidence, and opportunity in STEM for girls nationwide. Donate at https://bit.ly/Donate2BGDE
Because this was never just a program—it’s a promise.