International Day of Women and Girls in Science: February 11

¨     The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated every year on February 11.

¨     It was established by the United Nations (UN) in 2015 to highlight the critical role of women and girls in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields and to promote their full and equal participation, which is essential for sustainable development.

¨     This day celebrates women's scientific achievements and provides an opportunity to address challenges and support opportunities to achieve gender equality in STEM.

Key Objectives and Significance

¨     Recognizing Women in STEM: To recognize and celebrate the contributions of women and girls in science and technology.

¨     Promoting Gender Equality: To achieve gender equality in STEM fields, which is crucial for the 2030 Agenda.

¨     Inspiring Youth: To encourage young girls to pursue careers in STEM and to showcase role models.

¨     Addressing Challenges: To overcome the barriers faced by women and girls in science, such as stereotypes and biases.

Events

¨     Organizations such as the United Nations (UN), UNESCO, and UN Women collaborate with governments, universities, and corporations to organize events.

¨     These events include discussions on scientific achievements, workshops, and initiatives to inspire women to pursue careers in STEM.