Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)
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SACNAS is a society of scientists dedicated to fostering the success of Hispanic/Chicano and Native American scientists from college students to professionals to attain advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership in science.
Mission:
SACNAS is an inclusive organization dedicated to fostering the success of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans, from college students to professionals, in attaining advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership in STEM.
Goals:
• To increase the number of Hispanics/Chicanos and Native Americans with advanced degrees in science and the motivation to be leaders.
• To increase the number of Hispanics/Chicanos and Native Americans in science research, leadership, and teaching careers at all levels.
• To increase governmental commitment to advancing Hispanics/Chicanos and Native Americans in science resulting in increased resources, elimination of barriers, and greater equity.