Assemble is a nonprofit located in Garfield, a neighborhood in Pittsburgh’s East End. They are dedicated to providing an on-ramp to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) in the community. They offer daily educational programs to youth throughout Pittsburgh, both in their 4824 Penn Avenue space and at local schools and community centers. Their programs provide a platform for experiential learning, open creative processes, and building confidence through making.
Nina Barbuto is the Director of Assemble. In the following interview, she speaks about the experience of partnering with PULSE.
CC: How has your partnership with PULSE impacted your organization?
NB: We have been able to grow.
CC: What do you like most about your current PULSE follow and/or other fellows you’ve worked with?
NB: Hannah is super thoughtful and helpful. She can handle pressure and the constant grind of our work but still maintains a level head.
CC: What would you tell other Pittsburgh nonprofits about PULSE?
NB: They should check it out!
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