Sgwrsio with the EWC: Bridging the gap – women and girls in STEM

11/02/2025 36 min Temporada 1 Episodio 7
Sgwrsio with the EWC: Bridging the gap – women and girls in STEM

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In this episode to mark the 10th International Day of Women and Girls in Science, host Bethan Stacey is joined by Vera Ngosi-Sambrook (STEMCymru), Dr Anita Shaw (This is Engineering: Welsh Valleys), and Lydia Davies (Educators Wales).Throughout this insightful conversation, the group discuss:possible barriers that prevent women and girls from continuing in STEMthe significance of visible role models in shaping attitudespractical interventions and resources (for both educators and individuals) to support those interested in pursuing a future in STEMthe role of industry partnerships in inspiring future generationsthe huge potential the future offersthe importance of women and girls ‘finding their tribes’support available for those pursuing STEM careers, including teachingThis episode will be particularly relevant to educators looking to support their learners and young people, learners and young people with an interest in pursuing STEM subjects, and anyone interested in closing the gender gap in STEM.Additional resources and linksSTEM CymruWelsh Valleys Engineering Project bilingual resourcesEducators WalesAspires research from Professor Louise ArcherScience Capital Teaching ApproachRoyal Academy of EngineeringInstitute of PhysicsWomen’s Engineering SocietyCareers Wales Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.