Key & Compass deliver free online science & culture events

Hi, my name is Karina and I have set up Key & Compass , a project that removes barriers to the world of science & culture. It is a space for curious minds to listen to and engage with experts from around the world from the comfort of home.

Key & Compass objectives are:

1. Widen public access and engagement in science and culture by removing geographical and financial barriers;

2. Sensitise people to and help mitigate global challenges, by a) bringing seemingly distant (geographically and temporally) issues into people's homes and b) creating emotional connections to people and places through being part of a global community;

3. Inspire teenagers and young adults, giving them motivation and direction in their studies and early career paths and;

4. Challenge the "lab coat scientist" stereotype.

Objectives will be achieved by running free twice-monthly live online lectures on the subjects of science and culture and encouraging active engagement through Q&A. There will be a particular emphasis on science in the field. The project will be especially beneficial to people with mobility limitations or those who find themselves geographically and/or socially isolated.

After the lecture, participants are welcome to make a voluntary donation to the speaker's charity of choice. For the Spring 2024 season, these include: The International Red Cross, PAPYRUS, Afrinspire, Doctors without Borders and The Smile Train.

I passionately believe that teaching is a fundamental means to mitigate many of the global challenges we face. Behavioural change is at the heart of the solution, which can be accomplished through sharing knowledge and raising awareness. I strongly believe that barriers should not exist that inhibit this, hence this project will run online and free of charge. However, running the project does incur costs notably the monthly Zoom fee and the Wix website yearly renewal cost. Any help to support me with these costs will be warmly welcomed and greatly appreciated. I hope to be able to continue bringing engaging free science & culture events to the public for some time to come!