International Day of Women and Girls in Science

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is held by the UN on 11 February. It promotes full and equal access to, and participation in, science for women and girls.

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11 February is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Across science, technology, engineering and maths, women and girls still face barriers to taking part and progressing. This week, why not share a woman in science whose work inspired you, or tell us about a colleague whose technical expertise deserves recognition? If you'd like to support the next generation, ask about volunteering with local schools through [link].

11 February is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Across science, technology, engineering and maths, women and girls still face barriers to taking part and progressing. This week, why not share a woman in science whose work inspired you, or tell us about a colleague whose technical expertise deserves recognition? If you'd like to support the next generation, ask about volunteering with local schools through [link].

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It's the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Which scientist, engineer or technologist has inspired you? Share them in the thread.

It's the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Which scientist, engineer or technologist has inspired you? Share them in the thread.

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- Recognise women's technical contributions in the team, and make sure they are visible. - Look at who gets technical stretch work and speaking opportunities. - Encourage involvement in school outreach or mentoring for those who are interested.

- Recognise women's technical contributions in the team, and make sure they are visible.
- Look at who gets technical stretch work and speaking opportunities.
- Encourage involvement in school outreach or mentoring for those who are interested.

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How to pitch it.

Celebrate without tokenism, and don't ask women colleagues to speak or present on the day unless they want to. Pair recognition with practical action.

Celebrate without tokenism, and don't ask women colleagues to speak or present on the day unless they want to. Pair recognition with practical action.

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International Day of Women and Girls in Science: What we're doing this year
It's International Day of Women and Girls in Science — here's how you can get involved
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