S2, Ep 2 - Reina Reyes On Science for Every Filipino

On this episode, we have a conversation about advocating for science with Dr. Reina Reyes. Doc Reina is a Filipina scientist, educator, science communicator, and community builder. She currently serves as the Director of the Space Science Missions Bureau at the Philippine Science Agency (PhilSA) and is the Co-Founder of Pinoy Scientists, a platform dedicated to giving voice to brilliant scientists from the Philippines. Her pioneering work earned her the 2023 Outstanding Young Scientist Award for Astrophysics from the National Academy of Science and Technology.Doc Reina shares her journey from a childhood fascination with space to a career in astrophysics, discussing the barriers women face in the sciences and the vital importance of diversity in STEM.Join us as we dive into the cosmos with Dr. Reina Reyes and explore how she is reimagining the horizons of science and visibility for Filipinos in STEM.Connect with Dr. Reina ReyesFB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574077703550IG: https://www.instagram.com/doc.reina/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reinareyesSupport Pinoy Scientists on their social media channels!https://www.facebook.com/pinoyscientists/https://www.instagram.com/pinoyscientists/https://pinoyscientists.com/Follow Philippine Space Agency on their official channels!https://philsa.gov.ph/https://www.facebook.com/PhilSpaceAgencyhttps://www.instagram.com/philspaceagency/https://x.com/PhilSpaceAgencyhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/philspaceagency/“Drawing on Hope” is a podcast by #Pushpin, a design agency that uses drawings and stories for social change. In each episode, we speak with inspiring leaders across Southeast Asia and beyond. From grassroots advocates to innovative social entrepreneurs, we explore their journeys, the causes they champion, and the change they’re building — one step at a time. In doing so, we hope to paint a collective picture of better tomorrows for all.Subscribe now and become part of the movement for hope and transformation!#DrawingOnHope