The campaign marks the 10th anniversary of International Day of Women and Girls in Science & highlights positive impact of diverse perspectives by using hashtag #EveryVoiceInScience.
- UNGA has in 2015 declared 11th February as International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Gender Gap in Science
- Global:
- Low Representation: Women make up only one-third of the global scientific community
- Leadership Gap: Just 1 in 10 STEM leadership roles are held by women.
- India:
- Women constitute 43% enrolment in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Medicine)
- The number of women scientists is 18.6%, R&D projects run by Women are ~25%.
Challenges
- Social & Cultural Norms (restrictive gender roles), Lack of role models (few visible female leaders in science limits aspirations), workplace inequality (biased work cultures) etc.
Steps to be Taken
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Dismantle Gender Stereotypes and biases in Science | Enhance visibility of women role models by:
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Opening Educational Pathways for Girls in Science | Use of innovative and inspiring educational strategies and initiatives:-
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Creating Workplace Environments that Attracts, Retain and Advance Women Scientists | Adopt policies to promote inclusion,diversity and equity at workplace:-
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