On the 11th of February we celebrate the international Day of Women and Girls in Science a day to raise awareness on the imbalance of genders in STEM subjects. The day celebrates and recognises the women and girls in STEM while also drawing attention to the difficulties women and girls still have to face.
We asked some of our students about their experience and what advice they would give to a girl interested in pursuing science.
Rachel’s experience hasn’t always been smooth sailing but it has been valuable nonetheless: “There have been moments where I’ve felt the sting of exclusion and bias working in the tech world, but there have also been many times where I’ve felt empowered—building community, mastering new skills, and making a meaningful impact. The challenges are real but so are the rewards”.
Isabella on the other hand has found that being a women has positively shaped her experience: “Being a woman has given me valuable skills such as effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to analyse and understand the bigger picture. These strengths have allowed me to engage in interesting projects where my perspective is recognized and valued”.
Here’s their advice to any woman or girl interested in science:
Rachel: “It’s okay to ask questions. When you’re underrepresented, there’s often pressure to be perfect, as if you need to prove you deserve to be in the same room as everyone else. But the truth is you don’t need to prove anything to anyone. Asking questions is a sign of curiosity and growth, not weakness. Embrace the learning process, seek help when you need it, and know that you deserve to be in the room just as much as anyone else.”
Isabella: “Pursue your dreams and passions, trust yourself and your abilities, and always stay open to learning new things”
11.02.2025
