Although women are more likely than young men to pursue higher education, they make up only 35 per cent of science graduates.

UNESCO’s Call to Action to Close the Gender Gap in Science, launched in February 2024, stresses the need for sustained and collective commitment. The initiative calls for dismantling entrenched gender ...

International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed on 11 February every year. On this day, various schools and communities organize events to create awareness about the importance of women ...

Now in its 9th edition, the event aims to advance gender equity in STEM by highlighting strong female role models and encouraging both girls and boys to see themselves in future science and technology ...

The month of March means a month of Girls and Science -- a chance for girls and their families to explore STEM careers. One place offering plenty of pathways is Colorado State University's CSU Spur, ...

DENVER, Colorado (KCNC) — About 3,000 girls and their family members descended on the Museum of Nature & Science Friday for the kickoff of Girls & Science. Dozens of businesses, organizations and ...

Girls & Science is a monthlong celebration of all things science, technology, engineering, and math, encouraging girls to pursue careers in STEM. Before our big kickoff event happens, there's a lot of ...

While a majority of teen girls believe they excel in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math, very few would prefer to pursue a career in those fields, according to a new study. A ...

By 10am at Masasa Community Day Secondary School in Mzuzu City, Ndaona Mulungu’s chemistry class is in full swing. When he asks a question, hands shoot up—mostly boys. In the back row, several desks ...

UNESCO celebrates International Day of Women and Girls in Science on February 11. This day aims to ensure full and equal ...

Encouraging more girls and women to enter STEM is not only a matter of justice; it is essential for advancing better science ...

On Feb. 11, Saint Louis University-Madrid joins a global celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science — an initiative led by UNESCO and UN Women to promote full and equal access ...