What is being done to motivate female talent in the STEM field in the world?

Chicas STEAM

Program of the ICT Ministry that is motivating 2,855 girls and young people belonging to educational institutions (public or private) from at least 24 departments of Colombia to develop their skills in areas such as science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics and develop ideas and projects that help transform Colombia through ICT. Participants, between 12 and 15 years of age, receive a scholarship to participate in a 12-week experience of exploration and action in the STEAM fields. This will be done through the use of various digital resources, online work sessions, autonomous exploration, accompaniment by a team of mediators and meeting with female mentors who are experts in these areas.

INITIATIVE DATA

Geographical scope

Colombia

Segment

Inspiration

Number of girls impacted

2855

Field of knowledge

Science
Mujeres TIC
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