BALTIMORE - Marylandian -- The Foundation for Educational Development, Inc. (FEDI) proudly announces the support of U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen for the expansion of STEM City Baltimore, an innovative workforce development initiative focused on artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, advanced computing, and emerging technologies for students and veterans across Maryland.

As part of the Fiscal Year 2027 Commerce, Justice, and Science appropriations requests, Senator Van Hollen included funding support for FEDI to provide "hands-on training in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and advanced computing for high school and college students, and veterans, preparing participants for careers in aerospace research, satellite systems, and advanced technologies."

The initiative builds upon FEDI's long-standing mission to "empower professionals to motivate, educate, and mentor future generations of diverse STEM leaders." Through STEM City Baltimore, FEDI and Career Communications Group are creating a next-generation digital learning ecosystem that combines immersive classrooms, AI-powered learning environments, mentorship, and workforce development programming.

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STEM City Baltimore will provide students with access to cutting-edge training in:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Cybersecurity
• Quantum Computing
• Cloud Computing
• Metaverse Technologies
• Aerospace and Satellite Systems
• Advanced Digital Workforce Skills

The initiative also expands opportunities for Baltimore-area youth to connect directly with STEM professionals, military leaders, universities, and industry partners through year-round programming linked to the nationally recognized BEYA STEM Conference and Women of Color STEM Conference.

"Senator Van Hollen's support demonstrates a strong commitment to ensuring Baltimore students and veterans are prepared for the future workforce," said Tyrone Taborn, Chairman of FEDI and CEO of Career Communications Group. "AI and advanced technologies are transforming every industry. STEM City Baltimore is designed to make sure underrepresented communities are not left behind but are positioned to lead."

The STEM City Baltimore initiative includes both physical and virtual classrooms that leverage immersive technologies and AI-driven educational tools. According to FEDI's congressional proposal, the project will also feature access to the "Collin AI Library," a digital archive containing decades of STEM career resources, mentorship content, and profiles of Black, Hispanic, and women STEM professionals.

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FEDI has served students nationwide since 1993 through mentorship, workforce development, STEM conferences, and educational programming that has reached thousands of students annually. The organization's STEM City USA platform was created to bridge the digital divide and expand access to technology education for underserved communities.

The proposed expansion of STEM City Baltimore aligns with national priorities to strengthen America's AI workforce pipeline, increase cybersecurity readiness, and expand equitable access to advanced technology training.

For more information about FEDI and STEM City Baltimore, visit:
www.fedifoundation.org
www.stemcityusa.com