"We saw those issues and decided to take some action. That action is paying off. Tucker is now a member of the student-led Tempe, Arizona-based teen robotics team, AZTECH. In addition to building their bots, representing their high school, and fulfilling club duties, the members of AZTECH have also launched Rainbow Robotics, a student-led initiative funded by a grant from the It Gets Better Project that brings STEM opportunities to queer spaces and teaches inclusion and acceptance in STEM."
"My favorite part is talking to other people about it, especially at competitions and other robotics events and LGBTQ events, just talking to people about it and talking about how this is a struggle, but there's something we can do about it. We're changing lives and making people feel better about themselves."
Geo Tucker, a queer high school freshman, faced bullying in STEM environments. To address this, he helped launch Rainbow Robotics, an initiative promoting STEM opportunities for queer students. Funded by the It Gets Better Project, Rainbow Robotics aims to teach inclusion and acceptance. Tucker is involved with AZTECH, a teen robotics team, which actively promotes this initiative through community outreach and events. Team members express joy in sharing their experiences and fostering a supportive environment for others in STEM.
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