women in Engineering , Science and Technology

women in Engineering , Science and Technology

At a glance

Causes

  • Campaigning
  • Education
  • Training / employment support
  • Women

Other details

Geographical remit: 
Local

Objectives

To advance the education of women and girls in the subjects of science, engineering, technology, the built environment and with particular focus on craft and trade skills so that they may pursue non-traditional careers in these subject areas. This will be through the provision of an annual bursary scheme to support students and by supporting and promoting projects and organisations in South Yorkshire that work to encourage women and girls into non traditional subjects and careers through outreach and liaison work.

Activities

  • Outreach work in primary and secondary schools using role models working or studying in non traditional trades for women 
  • Produces literature (activity books) and relevant publicity for girls and young women 
  • Undertakes an annual bursary scheme for young women, who are entering non traditional trades and studies 

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