To be a feminist means to lift up all womxn--regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, or creed. Femiscience condemns all forms of racism and discrimination that exist in the United States and around the world. As such, Femiscience stands in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter Movement and plans to actively work to fight prejudices. An […]
Read More BLACK LIVES MATTERAccording to the Social Role Theory, the cause for division of gender roles in society and the development of gender stereotypes are the physical differences between men and women. As a result, women are seen as primary caregivers, while men are seen as breadwinners. Consequently, more caregiving-type careers (such as nursing and teaching) are seen […]
Read More SOCIAL ROLES AND GENDER STEREOTYPESI am a member and head of the medical group in FemStem—a club in which high school girls mentor middle school girls and help them pursue their STEM passions. A few weeks ago as I was teaching middle school girls how to suture, I had a sincere awakening. In the moment, I identified two distinctly different […]
Read More TWO TYPES OF GIRLSThis picture of me represents pure happiness and joy after accomplishing a Coronary Artery Bypass Graft–it represents something greater that truly aligns with my passion. When I discovered my passion for STEM, I also discovered my voice for protest. Femiscience has been a means for me to develop my voice from my own personal experience […]
Read More PASSION IS PROTESTL’Oréal USA announced the opening of the application period for the 2018 For Women in Science program, a national fellowship that recognizes and rewards women researchers at pivotal stages in their careers for their contributions in STEM, as well as their commitment to mentoring the next generation of women in STEM. Every year L’Oréal USA […]
Read More L’ORÉAL USA: FOR WOMEN IN SCIENCE PROGRAMTech clubs for women are starting to emerge on college campuses. Most notably, at UC Berkeley, FEMTech is a tech club for women of all majors at the university. Andrea Lombard was a media major who had a strong interest in technology; however, she frequently felt unwelcome and isolated in maker spaces and computer labs. […]
Read More COLLEGE TECH CLUBS FOR WOMENIGNITE: Women Fueling Science and Technology is the Global Fund for Women’s new online campaign and project. It is a global platform that demands change. IGNITE addresses the gender gap in science and technology, and highlights how if women have a voice, they will unlock creativity, propel innovation, and establish equality. IGNITE acknowledges and encourages […]
Read More IGNITE: WOMEN FUELING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGYProject Scientist was founded in 2011 by Sandy Marshall. She noticed the disadvantages that women and girls have in STEM majors and careers. Because of this, she became committed to making a difference in the lives of young girls within her own community. The need for Project Scientist was based off a vast amount of […]
Read More PROJECT SCIENTISTUSC Viterbi School of Engineering, IEC3 Summer Camp for Girls, and Tata Consultancy Services’ (TCS) goIT program are preparing middle school girls for STEM careers. IEC3 aims to lessen the barriers that have historically prevented Latino and African American women and girls from pursuing careers in engineering and computer science. In addition, IEC3 has also […]
Read More STEM SUMMER CAMP TO SUPPORT LATINO AND AFRICAN AMERICAN GIRLSThe Outrage is fashion for a cause. 100% of the profits from the PRIDE collection are donated to the Capital Pride Alliance. In addition, a minimum 15% of all profits are donated to organizations that fight for equality and women’s rights, such as Planned Parenthood. The Outrage is a combination of inspiration and action. It […]
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