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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Valhalla, NY – February 20, 2025—Sister to Sister International (STSI), in collaboration with PepsiCo Research & Development (R&D) campus, Valhalla, NY, hosted an enriching field trip led by PepsiCo executive and STSI board member Mara Calderon Guerra. The event provided unique insight into the innovative world of research and development at one of the world’s leading food and beverage companies. Throughout the day, students from the Westchester area engaged in various R&D activities at PepsiCo. They visited the Packing and Design Lab, participated in packing and mechanical testing, and explored how academic disciplines such as biology, chemistry, and food science link to career opportunities within the company. A hands-on look at the focus group room provided insights into consumer behavior, sensory sciences, and psychology on product development. Additionally, the visit to the Gatorade Sports Science Institute demonstrated the application of physiology in product consumption and the role of clinical trials in innovation. Students delved into advanced digital twins used in product design and development in the Modeling and Simulation Lab.  A key part of the visit was the Sensory Experience; workshop, where students created and customized their own beverages, simulating the role of an R&D scientist. The discussions highlighted the global opportunities at PepsiCo, noting that roles within the company can provide chances to travel internationally and expand both professional and personal experiences. Opportunities for Westchester Area Students in STEAM Students in the Westchester area have an opportunity to participate in STEAM exploration trips, web series, meetups, and tutoring within the STEAM Academy, STSI’s year-round program. By becoming a STEAM family member, students can engage in these enriching activities designed to empower young girls of color in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. STSI is committed to advancing these students academic and career potential through hands-on experiences that provide a real-world understanding of STEM fields. The upcoming 16th Annual STEAM Camp, which will be held from June 30 to July 11, 2025 (and will be closed on July 4th), promises an impactful and fun-filled experience in the world of STEAM. For more information about our programs, how to become a STEAM family member and upcoming partnerships, please visit www.s2si.org or contact Lydia K. Smith, STEAM Program Consultant, at lsmith@s2si.com. Contact: Lydia K. Smith STEAM Program Consultant Sister to Sister International Email: lsmith@s2si.com Dr. Cheryl Brannan Founder Sister to Sister International

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yonkers, NY – December 2024  – Sister to Sister International (STSI), in collaboration with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory’s DNA Learning Center hosted an enlightening field trip on Saturday, December 7th, 2024 at Regeneron. This event provided middle and high school students a unique opportunity to delve into the world of enzymes and see firsthand how they impact our daily lives and the food industry. Students traveled to the Regeneron DNA Learning Center in Sleepy Hollow, NY to participate in a series of hands-on experiments including, a) making cheese from milk using emporase enzyme (also called rennet); b) observing the bubbling reaction of chicken livers exposed to the catalase enzyme; and c) converting applesauce into apple juice with the enzyme pectinase. These experiments not only demonstrated enzyme functionality but also highlighted the importance of enzymes in biotechnology and food production. Dr. Chiatogu Onyewu, a board member of STSI and Senior Director of Genetic Medicines Program Management and Operations at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc., connected the STEAM Academy with the DNA Learning Center and played a key role in facilitating activities during our visit. Her expertise and engagement significantly enhanced the students' learning experience.             Student Testimonials Highlight Impact One participating student shared, “Seeing the enzymes in action was so cool! It made me realize how amazing science can be and how it's used in real life, not just in textbooks. ” Another student remarked, “This trip opened my eyes to a potential career in biotechnology. It’s fascinating to see how much impact these tiny molecules have in medicine and industry.” Continued Commitment to STEAM Education This science based effort is part of Sister to Sister International’s ongoing commitment to provide enriching experiences that inspire young girls of color to explore and excel in S.T.E.A.M fields. By partnering with leading scientific institutions like the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory’s DNA Learning Center, STSI ensures that students receive real-world, practical experiences that complement their academic learning. As we look to the future, STSI is dedicated to continuing its mission of offering robust programming and opportunities around STEAM exploration . This includes field trips and STEAM Academy activities that focus on building skills, uncovering career paths, and developing leadership. For more information about Sister to Sister International and upcoming programs, please visit our website at www.s2si.org  or contact Lydia Smith, STEAM Consultant and Program Coordinator, at lydiasmith.lks@gmail.comor 636-683-0285.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Yonkers, NY – July 2024 – Yonkers, NY – July 2024 – Sister to Sister International, Inc. (STSI) proudly hosted its 15th Annual STEAM Camp this summer, providing 20 young girls with a wide range of enriching experiences designed to inspire and empower them. The camp featured hands-on STEAM activities, inspirational talks from alumni and other accomplished professionals in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math.  The diverse interactive workshops like Dress for Success, by STSI Board Member Lauren Morris, Financial Literacy, along with Civic Affairs like Black Women’s Pay Equity Education and Advocacy, along with exciting field trips to notable locations such as the Yonkers Forensics Lab, Yonkers City Council Presidents Office and Chambers, St. Johns Riverside Hospital Radiology Department, and the Beczak Environmental Education Center, to name a few. Enriching Experiences and Inspirational Talks The excitement continued with visits from STSI’s incredible alumni, who were campers just like our girls not too long ago!   Nia Baptiste , M.Arch, Architect, shared her inspiring journey in architecture as a recent graduate from Howard University. Sayidana Brannan-Douglas , MS, Producer & Documentarian, captivated us with her experiences in the arts and media. She holds a Master of Science in Technology, Business and Media from Stony Brook University.  Our Science Talks were nothing short of inspiring with Nalo Russel , Drexel University Graduate, and Khadyja Sarr, MPH, Project Manager at Montefiore Medical Center, Graduate of Howard University who brought their world of science exploration in the medical field to life for our campers, focusing on medical and health disparities. STSI more seasoned professionals Cammie Jones and Sade Amazan , academic and corporate leaders shared their wisdom on civic engagement and confidence building, respectively. Both are also STSI millennial leaders on our steering committee who shared a wealth of experience with our STEAM Sistahs. STSI Board member and alumni Jordanne Lewis, delivered a biology module and explored health careers with students. International Linkages with Ghanaian Girls STSI STEAM Sistahs also had the opportunity to meet virtually and network with Bridge to Africa girls in Ghana. This activity was led by STSI Junior Counselor, Sagar Sarr and included introductory remarks by STSI Board Member , Chiatogu Onyewu, MD, PhD , a Scientist and Operations Manager at Regeneron. Experiential Field Trips This summer, the girls had the opportunity to participate in several STEAM exposure trips, including: Tour of the Yonkers Justice Center Forensics Lab Production Studio Tour at Kingdom Church Seining at the Center for the Urban River Visit to Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) Architecture Firm Tour of Saint John's Riverside Hospital X-Ray Lab Yonkers Comic-Con Workshop Graduation Ceremony and Scholarship Awards The STEAM camp Graduation Ceremony occurred on Saturday, June 13th, at Sprain Ridge Park during STSI’s Family and Friends event. During this time, students shared reflections on their experiences, and we awarded six "Reach for the Stars" scholarships to: Adira Quarles, Peyton Rohan, Nastashya Johnson, Keyera Gordon and Saintecile Johnson What’s next… STSI STEAM Academy Sister to Sister International, Inc. thanks all participants, facilitators, and partners who made this year's camp a success. We also extend a hearty thank you to Lydia K. Smith,  our STEAM Program Consultant Lydia Smith and counselors, Testimony Ibidapo, Tiara Kidd and Sagar Sarr.   We are excited to continue providing these real-world experiences so that young girls can explore and excel in STEAM fields and will kick off our STEAM Academy October 1st, 2024 – June 2025. For more information log onto s2si.org For more information about Sister to Sister International, Inc. and our programs, please visit our website at www.s2si.org  or contact us at stsimovement@gmail.com . Lydia K. Smith STEAM Consultant and STEAM Camp Coordinator   Sister to Sister International   Dr. Cheryl Brannan   Founder and President   Sister to Sister International

Sister to Sister International, Inc. (STSI) is a nonprofit, non-governmental organization that links women,  girls and families of African decent globally, to the resources that connect, advance and strengthen them. We do this through advocacy, education and the promotion of African culture.  Sister to Sister International, Inc. (STSI) is a non-profit and non-governmental organization that aims to connect, advance and strengthen women, girls and families of African descent worldwide by linking them to available resources. Our organization achieves this goal through education, advocacy and by promoting African culture. One of our primary objectives is to develop healthy lifestyles among our members. We focus on Health and Wellness, Education and Global Affairs to achieve this. To support our objectives, we organize health symposia and campaigns, personal and professional development workshops and seminars, fundraisers to enable charitable contributions and student scholarships, global briefings, communications & academic enrichment programs for youth, and publish periodic newsletters and a news flash to promote advocacy and information sharing. We also engage in dialogue with legislators on key issues affecting women and families, support UN conferences, network with women from all over the world, and collaborate with partners to advance our causes. PLATFORM FOR ACTION WORKGROUPS JUVENILE & SOCIAL JUSTICE SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY | ENGINEERING | ARTS | MATH S.T.E.A.M. ENTREPRENEURSHIP & PROSPERITY GLOBAL AFFAIRS HEALTH & WELLNESS Upcoming Events STSI Friends & Family Day Picnic Sat, Jul 12 Sprain Ridge Park More info Buy Tickets 2025 UKG Virtual Mentoring Program Date and time is TBD Zoom More info RSVP The Westchester Black Maternal and Child Center of Excellence (WBMCCE) facilitates public awareness, improved social determinants of health and the elimination of racial biases that negatively impact black maternal health outcomes. Click here to Read More STSI 2 STSI 1/2 Click Here for the Directory VIEW OUR EVENTS LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS VOLUNTEER WITH STSI,INC. JOIN OUR MAILING LIST! Cheryl Brannan is honored at 914 's 2022 Women in Business Luncheon Click to View Magazine Highlight STSI Magazine Mentions Page 35 Founder Spotlight | Page 64 Racial Equality Quote - Cheryl Brannan | Page 66 STSI Member Photo & Caption Page 102 Giving Guide Features STSI & Encourages Giving 2023 | Photo Recap DOWNLOAD HERE We are proud to unveil this baseline research report that provides a snapshot on Black women and girls in Westchester County. This report entitled, “ Still I Rise” is an extension of our work that began in 2015 with the Obama White House Council on Women and Girls. We have since utilized a collective impact framework and built a cross-section of over 25 stakeholders, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for Black women and girls in Westchester related to STEM, STEAM and Health Curricula and Careers; Teen Pregnancy Prevention, Maternal Health and Healthy Lifestyles; Suspensions, Trauma & the Juvenile Justice System and Entrepreneurship, Pay Equity and Economic Prosperity. This groundbreaking research is meant to bolster our efforts and assist us in managing by fact. This report is also a testament to the resilience of Black women and girls, many of whom have achieved against the odds, rising to key positions, in government, like the Hon. Andrea Stewart Cousins, NYS Senate Majority Leader. She is the first woman to hold this position in NYS, as well as other Black women who have been trailblazers in the judicial, business, academia, and the arts, to name a few. Get Your Copy Now!

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