Promoting women and girls in science
Recent statistics from Unesco show that South Africa is ranked number one in Sub-Saharan Africa as having the highest portion of female STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) graduates.
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science, celebrated on 11 February, recognises the critical role played by the gender in science and technology.
Nation Builders Development hosted a “Women and Girls in Science” workshop at the ML Sultan Secondary School in KwaDukuza, to celebrate the accomplishments of women in science and to inspire the younger generation to pursue careers in science.
The organisation works on community development projects with a focus on women empowerment and youth development.
Recent statistics from Unesco show that South Africa is ranked number one in Sub-Saharan Africa as having the highest portion of female STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) graduates.
Nevertheless, there are still a number of obstacles women in STEM in South Africa need to navigate through – both in the classroom and the world of work.
Two young women who have established careers in the science field, Dr Sibusisiwe Nkosi (paediatric medic officer at the Stanger Hospital) and Lenishrie Evan (project and transformational engineer at Tongaat Hulett Sugar) joined forces to encourage the girls to break societal norms and cultural stereotypes and pursue careers in science.
Evan addressed the girls on the various opportunities available to women in the engineering industry and the challenges women face working in a male dominant industry.
She also emphasised the importance of working hard at school and being disciplined, as this was the key to accessing the opportunities available to young South African women.
Nkosi provided the girls with a brief overview of the qualities and work ethic required to have a successful career in the medical field.
Should you wish to partner with Nation Builders Development in their community development programmes, contact the organisation via email: info@nationbuildersdev.co.za.
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