We believe all girls can become scientists and engineers when given the right tools early on to develop their own STEM identity

THE POWER OF GIRLS

We believe the term “like a girl” should empower young girls, not intimidate them

We believe girls are just as smart and capable of achieving success in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) as boys

We believe STEM education for girls needs to start in elementary school to spark their interest at an early age

We believe exposing girls to hands-on STEM activities increases their self-confidence and problem-solving skills regardless of what career path they ultimately choose

We believe young girls today have the ability to shape STEM fields in the future

THE POWER OF PARENTS

We believe parents (or other adult caregivers) play a key role in their daughter’s developing confidence and interest in science and engineering

We believe parents want to foster STEM identities for their daughters but need resources to get started

We believe every family should have the opportunity to participate in STEM programs regardless of background, income, or education level

We believe parents and daughters working together to solve fun, hands-on science and engineering challenges promotes family learning and increases STEM identity in girls

THE POWER OF MENTORS

We believe female STEM professionals can help mentor and educate girls about careers in science and engineering

We believe girls need to see strong women in STEM fields to feel supported in pursuing their own science and engineering interests

We believe mentors can encourage girls to explore the growing and rewarding career paths in STEM fields

We believe women who support not only girls, but also each other, will ultimately reshape the fields of STEM for women everywhere

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