American Association of Blacks in Energy

The American Association of Blacks in Energy is a nationally recognized force in energy policymaking. Founded by a small group of black leaders in the energy industry that were not invited to participate in the 1977 White House energy policy session, AABE has since developed a national network of skilled energy professionals.  Today, the organization and its members stand together as an exceptional resource.  AABE members pursue active careers in the energy industry.  Members speak forcefully on urgent energy issues, and temper technical and managerial understanding of energy as a business with an equally practical grasp of the effects of government and industry decisions on the lives of blacks and other minorities.  Inportantly, AABE works to secure opportunities for technically talented young people by offering collegiate scholarships for the study of science, engineering, mathematics, and energy management at major universities.

National Association of Black Geologist  and Geophysicists

The National Association of Black Geologists and Geophysicists (NABGG) is a nonprofit organization established in June of 1981 by a group of black geoscientists in the Houston/Dallas area.  The NABGG was organized to: Inform students of career opportunities that exist in the field of Geosciences; Encourage them to take advantage of scholarship programs, grant, loans, and other forms of support that are established for minority students; Give financial support to students pursuing degrees in Geology and Geophysics; Follow the educational careers of the scholarship recipients; Aid minority students in the search for summer employment and aid corporate members interested in obtaining summer employees for positions that will enhance the students' background and marketability; Allow minority geologists and geophysicists to establish professional and inter-company relationships; Assist in the development of professional standards and practices of members within their geoscience careers and entrepreneurial pursuits.

National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemist and Chemical Engineers

An Ad Hoc Committee for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers was organized in April 1972.  A formal organization dedicated to the professional advancement of Black chemists and chemical engineers was incorporated in 1975.  Since 1974 the organization has held national meetings which provide a rare opportunity for Black chemists and chemical engineers to discuss issues of significance to their careers, to present technical papers, to formulate priorities and topics for future meetings. Practical and theoretical goals began to coalesce, and a national program was developed.  

NOBCChE is committed to the discovery, transmittal, and application of knowledge in the fields of science and engineering. The mission of NOBCChE is to build an eminent community of scientists and engineers by increasing the number of minorities in these fields. NOBCChE achieves its mission through diverse programs designed to foster professional development and encourage students to pursue careers in science and technical fields. To this end, NOBCChE has established educational partnerships with school districts, municipalities, businesses, industries, other institutions and organizations in the public and private sectors.

National Society of Black Engineers

The National Society of Black Engineers, with its more than 30,000 members, is one of the largest student-managed organization in the country.  NSBE's mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.

The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) is dedicated to the academic and professional success of African-American engineering students and professionals. NSBE offers its members leadership training, professional development, mentoring opportunities, career placement services and more! NSBE is comprised of more than 300 collegiate, 75 professional and 75 pre-college chapters nationwide and overseas.

NSBE is governed by an executive board of college students and engineering professionals and is operated by a professional staff in our World Headquarters located in Alexandria, VA.

NSBE with its unique characteristics, has accomplished more for Black engineering students than any other organization in the world. The same light that NSBE spreads to students and professionals in the United States is also relevant in African, European, South American, Asian, Caribbean, Canadian, Australian and Pacific Islander countries for people of color. It is the NSBE leadership's vision that the organization will replicate itself in countries around the world, creating a world network of Black engineers, scientists and technologists through its international operations.

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Maryland MESA

Maryland MESA was established in 1976 with just two schools in Baltimore City. Today, there are more than 100 participating schools from 11 regions throughout the state.

Maryland MESA is a structured, K-12, precollege program designed to prepare students for academic and professional careers in mathematics, engineering, science, and technology. The program's goals are to 1) increase the number of engineers, scientists, mathematicians, and related professionals at technical and management levels, and 2) serve as a driving force in encouraging and assisting minorities and females in achieving success in these fields. MESA continues to strive towards its vision of providing a superior education process that enables all Maryland students to achieve and contribute to their full potential. MESA accomplishes these goals by partnering with school systems, colleges and universities, industry and business, government, community organizations, families, and alumni. These partnerships provide enriching activities and programs for students in the fields of mathematics, engineering, science, and technology.

Maryland MESA provides services and programs to over 2100 students and 180 teachers from the following geographical areas: Baltimore City, Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, Calvert County, Charles County, Harford County, Howard County, Prince George's County, Montgomery County, St. Mary's County, Talbot County, and Worcester County. More than 24,000 Maryland students have been served since the program's inception.