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Tamara A Franz-Odendaal1, Sally Marchand1
1Department of Biology, Mount Saint Vincent University, Halifax, NS, Canada.
The Girls Get WISE program addresses the underrepresentation of women in Canadian STEM fields by offering engaging, hands-on science activities. This university-based initiative empowers young women, fostering their interest and participation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Area of Science:
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education
- Gender equity in STEM fields
- Youth outreach programs
Background:
- Canadian STEM disciplines are predominantly male-dominated.
- Limited programming exists to encourage girls' participation in STEM.
- The Girls Get WISE program was established to address this gap.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the features of the Girls Get WISE program.
- To present an evaluation of the program over a decade.
- To highlight the program's impact on young women's engagement in STEM.
Main Methods:
- The Girls Get WISE program is university-based and federally funded.
- It is delivered by educational professionals, science students, and past participants.
- The program utilizes hands-on, interactive STEM activities in a supportive environment.
Main Results:
- The program provides a safe and fun space for girls to explore STEM.
- It offers opportunities for young women to showcase their talents and enthusiasm for science.
- A 10-year evaluation indicates the program's sustained impact.
Conclusions:
- The Girls Get WISE program effectively engages girls in STEM activities.
- It fosters excitement and talent development in science-based topics among young women.
- The program serves as a successful model for promoting gender diversity in STEM.
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