Inspiring the Next Generation of Girls to Pursue STEAM Careers

Sunday, July 29, 2018 - 08:41 in Psychology & Sociology

World history is marked with notable women who have made significant contributions to science and technology. Despite recent achievements and progress, though, women make up less than 30% of the world researchers in science and technology and the figure is less than 20% in some places, particularly in Africa. According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization, a lack of supportive learning environments contribute to gender differences in science, technology, arts and mathematics (STEAM) education beginning in early childhood care and becomes even more visible in higher levels of education. SERVIR trainers at the 2018 WiSci camp. Credit: RCMRD To address this gap, Girl Up – a global leadership initiative of the United Nations Foundation – partnered with the U.S. State department, Google, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and others to organize the annual Women in Science (WiSci) camp to provide young girls access to education, mentorship opportunities, and leadership...

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