My research focuses on enhancing equity in K-12 science education, particularly within middle grades, by examining ways to support and advance Black girls in STEM. I am interested in exploring the impact of community-based informal science programs and the role of curriculum in promoting equitable science teaching and learning experiences. Using qualitative research methods, I aim to uncover how these educational practices can be designed to foster a more inclusive environment and encourage meaningful engagement in science for underrepresented students.