STEM Strategist & Equity Advocate

Dr. Ashley Huderson is a nationally recognized STEM leader with over 15 years of experience advancing equitable access to STEM education. Her work spans program design, workforce development, and policy, with a focus on building inclusive pathways from K–12 through early career.

As Senior Director of Programs at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), she leads global initiatives that support aspiring engineers and expand access to high-impact learning experiences. Previously, she served as a STEM and Computer Science Equity Policy Advisor at the U.S. Department of Education, shaping national strategies to broaden participation in STEM.

Dr. Huderson is a published scholar on urban STEM education and has received national recognition, including the BEYA Modern-Day Technology Leader Award. She holds a B.S. from Spelman College, a Ph.D. from Meharry Medical College, and an MBA from Georgetown University.

Why Mo-saiq

Dr. Ashley Huderson is drawn to Mo-saiQ’s commitment to building not just academic pathways, but ecosystems of support that center identity, belonging, and opportunity. The organization’s focus on unlocking untapped talent and providing culturally affirming experiences aligns deeply with her life’s work—ensuring that brilliance in Black and brown communities is not overlooked, but cultivated and amplified.

Throughout her career, Dr. Huderson has worked to dismantle systemic barriers in STEM education and create pathways that connect students to meaningful opportunities. She is particularly aligned with Mo-saiQ’s model, which integrates mentorship, social capital, and personalized learning to ensure scholars not only access STEM, but thrive and lead.

Her engagement with Mo-saiQ reflects a shared commitment to reimagining how talent is identified, nurtured, and positioned for impact.