About SACNAS

Mission

SACNAS is a society of scientists dedicated to fostering the success of  Hispanic/Chicano and Native American scientists—from college students to professionals—to attain advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership in science.

Vision, Goals, Strategies & Values

SACNAS achieves mission impact through outcome-based programming and initiatives (listed below). To learn more about our rationale, approach, and long term objectives, please see the most recent strategic plan (pdf) and our Vision 2020 (pdf).

Goals/Outcomes

  1. To increase the number of Hispanics/Chicanos and Native Americans with advanced degrees in science and the motivation to be leaders.
  2. To increase the number of Hispanics/Chicanos and Native Americans in science research, leadership, and teaching careers at all levels.
  3. To increase governmental commitment to advancing Hispanics/Chicanos and Native Americans in science resulting in increased resources, elimination of barriers, and greater equity.

Strategies & Programs

Values

  • Inclusive of ethnicities, cultures, and scientific disciplines
  • Focused on having a real impact through our purpose and mission
  • Committed to standards of excellence in science and education
  • Fully mindful of the importance of students’ K-12 experience
  • Devoted to full engagement of our members in our work

Our Structure

SACNAS was founded by a group of minority scientists and incorporated as a 501c3 non-profit corporation under the name Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science in 1973.

Funding

Funding for SACNAS’ programs is contributed in part by the generous support of our grant funders & sponsors, through earned income of the organization (services provided throughout the year and at the SACNAS National Conference), and by the individual gifts from institutions and members.