First-year activities included science, math, and technology workshops in which the girls explored science, mathematics, and technology in the context of Appalachian culture. For example, they investigated the math in designing quilt patterns, the chemistry of folk medicine , and the microbiology of food preservation. The girls also designed World Wide Web pages for their schools, communicated through e-mail, explored the Internet, and flew a simulated space voyage at the Challenger Learning Center. In their second year, the girls continued workshops and field trips. They also worked together with mentors.
Mentors are women who use science, math, and technology in their work.
They and their mentors will also work with students in elementary school levels, where the Voices girls will be the experts and serve as role models. To gain confidence and skills in science, mathematics, and technology, the girls need their families and friends to support them, advocate for them, and celebrate with them. Voices holds meetings for families to share information and support one another. Transportation, child care, and meals are provided. Part of the purpose of Voices is to learn how the girls experience science, mathematics, and technology in their communities.