Meet the accredited trainers
The following accredited trainers can provide fully bespoke training in the 3‑STEP Approach Towards Equity. If you are an individual practitioner, an informal STEM educator, a makerspace facilitator, or an organisation looking to strengthen equitable practice, you can reach out to these trainers based in a different global regions. You’re welcome to explore the full list and reach out to anyone for further information.
Africa Hub


Gebremichael Kibret Sheferaw
Ethiopia, Africa
“I am deeply honored to receive accreditation as a 3-STEP Trainer. This journey has strengthened my commitment to advancing equitable and inclusive practices in makerspaces and STEM education, particularly in contexts where access and opportunity gaps remain significant.”
You can contact Gabremichael via LinkedIn.

Jonathan Kennedy Sowah
Ghana, Africa
“Receiving this accreditation is a meaningful recognition of my commitment to expanding access to robotics, AI, and STEM education for young people and educators. It strengthens my ability to empower schools and communities with practical digital skills. I am proud to be part of a global network working to make future-ready learning accessible to all.” You can contact Jonathan via LinkedIn or email or website

Justina Onumah
Ghana, Africa
“Receiving this accreditation affirms my commitment to designing truly equitable learning spaces. It has challenged me to ensure that even in empowering girls, we remain mindful not to unintentionally exclude boys who also need support. It also reinforces that true impact is defined not by what we assume matters, but by what those we serve value-when they shape the indicators of change and define success themselves.”


Lawrence Nderu
Kenya, Africa
“Receiving this accreditation represents an important milestone in strengthening equitable innovation ecosystems in Africa. It reinforces my commitment, through JHUB Africa at JKUAT, to build makerspaces that empower young innovators, researchers, and communities to transform ideas into impactful solutions. I look forward to applying the 3-STEP approach to expand inclusive innovation and ensure that technology spaces create opportunities for all.”

Mina Asabea Asiedu Dankyi
Ghana, Africa
“I am excited to receive the accreditation.The experience was incredibly valuable, particularly in learning the 3 STEP approach and thinking more critically about equity within the projects and conversations I undertake. Applying these perspectives to my work has already proven to be remarkably helpful.“

Phylis Jepchumba Korir
Kenya, Africa
“Receiving the accreditation as a 3-STEP Trainer is both a personal and professional milestone. As a data scientist and advocate for women in technology, this journey deepened my commitment to equity and inclusion in informal STEM learning spaces. It’s empowering to know that I can now support others in embedding equitable practices in their learning environments, especially young women and underserved innovators across Africa. I’m proud to be part of a global movement reshaping who gets to belong in STEM, and how.” You can contact Phylis via LinkedIn

Asia Hub

Dalia Mohammed El-daour
Palestine, Asia

Denjing Tamang
Nepal, Asia

Hamid Ali
Pakistan, Asia
“I am very glad I took the opportunity to participate in the accreditation. Learning to slow down and think critically about equity in the projects and conversations I take on has been incredibly helpful.”
You can contact Hamid via LinkedIn

Imama Owaisi
Pakistan, Asia

Lalah Rukh Fazal-Ur-Rahman
Pakistan, Asia

Mohammed Ferwana
Palestine, Asia
“The 3-STEP accreditation helped me rethink how equity can be embedded in makerspaces and informal STEM learning. It gave me practical tools to reflect, design and evaluate learning experiences more inclusively. For me, applying this approach in Gaza is especially meaningful, as it helps create opportunities for young people to innovate and shape their future.”

Pallab Shrestha
Nepal, Asia


Saheen Palayi
India, Asia

Shayan Moazzam
Pakistan, Asia

Shuja Ul Hasan
Pakistan, Asia

Surya Gyawali
Nepal, Asia
EU Hub

Bibi Erjavec
Slovenia, EU
“Happy to receive an accreditation from such an important programme”
You can contact Bibi via website.

Chiara Croci
Austia, EU
“The accreditation course enabled me to apply the understanding of equity and inclusion within makerspaces. It also encouraged me to expand and deepen my reflections on these topics.”
You can contact Chiara via LinkedIn

Juanita Schlaepfer-Miller
Switzerland, EU
“It was a good experience to do the training programme and it means that I will be able to train our facilitators and also develop a national training programme with others from Switzerland.”
You can contact Juanita via LinkedIn


Lucija Jankovec
Slovenia, EU
“I’m really glad to have had this opportunity and to learn so much through the programme. It’s an ongoing process, and this accreditation feels like an important step toward supporting others more effectively. I’m excited to keep developing this work further.”
You can contact Lucija via email


Mélanie Thomas
Switzerland, EU
“This accreditation represents a meaningful milestone in my commitment to building inclusive, reflective, and empowering maker spaces. It strengthens my motivation to support communities in developing fair and sustainable practices.”
You can contact Melanie via LinkedIn

Nuria Robles Miguélez
Spain, EU
“Receiving the 3-STEP Accreditation is a great honour. The programme strengthened my understanding of equity and inclusion in makerspaces and showed me that inclusion is a shared global challenge, where exchanging experiences and good practices helps build more inclusive fablabs and makerspaces.”
You can contact Nuria via LinkedIn
UK Hub

Anna Makarudze
Sweden, EU/ England, UK
“I feel honoured to have become an accredited trainer for the 3-STEP Approach. The training helped me realise the difference between equity and equality, and how treating everyone the same does not necessarily mean equity. This is something I will apply in my work with Django Girls and in my engagement with the DjangoCon Africa community to ensure they achieve equitable outcomes.”

Claire Wicher
England, UK
“The course has been incredibly valuable in deepening my understanding of equitable practice, and I look forward to continuing to embed and share the approach in my work with practitioners and community learning programmes. I appreciate the opportunity to be part of a growing community committed to more equitable practice.”


Helen Cotton
England, UK
“I am thrilled to have completed the ‘3-STEP approach towards equitable practices.’ This process of self-reflection and global collaboration has been invaluable, and I’m really grateful to the UCL team for leading such an eye-opening program. Sharing insights with incredible STEM advocates has been inspiring and I’m now more motivated than ever to apply those insights locally, supporting my community to build equitable and inclusive spaces.”
You can contact Helen via LinkedIn

Liz Jackson-Smart
England, UK
“I’m thrilled to receive my accredited trainer certificate! I’ve loved taking part in the cohort-based sessions and I’m excited to continue my learning and sharing of the 3-STEP approach.”
You can contact Liz via LinkedIn

Maria Stukoff
England, UK
“I am proud to be an accredited 3-Step Facilitator, a unique accreditation designed for makerspace practitioners committed to equitable and inclusive practice. For me, this framework is fundamental to how we design and deliver meaningful maker experiences, ensuring that the initiatives we create truly reflect the needs, passions, and aspirations of the young people and communities we serve. It also strengthens an equity-focused mindset in facilitation, helping makerspaces become welcoming environments where people from all backgrounds and lived experiences feel valued and empowered to contribute.”
You can contact Maria via LinkedIn


Tracy Gardner
England, UK
“I was delighted to hear that I’d received accreditation with a distinction. The course provided such a useful space to explore how STEM can be made more welcoming for all young people and to pass that experience on to my wonderful trainees.”
You can contact Tracy via LinkedIn
USA Hub


Audrey Oh
New York, USA
“The 3-STEP accreditation encouraged me to think more critically about how tools, technologies, and creative spaces are structured. As someone working with experimental media and makerspace practices, it reinforced the importance of designing environments where different forms of knowledge and participation are genuinely valued. I look forward to bringing these reflections into the communities and learning spaces I work with.”
You can contact Audrey via LinkedIn


Loreto Dumitrescu
Florida, USA
“Making Spaces has been an incredible learning experience that has broadened my perspective and provided me with practical tools on developing inclusivity in maker spaces. I am excited about the prospect of branching out and supporting the entry of ALL new makers so they can bring their own unique perspectives and talents.”
You can contact Loreto via LinkedIn

Shane Coleman
New York, USA
“I am excited to receive accreditation to continue the practice of striving for equity in informal science learning spaces. I am very thankful for the wealth of resources provided by UCL.”
You can contact Shane via email