Did you know that girls and boys perform equally well in mathematics and science on standardized tests in K-12 education?
Girls think STEM is for boys.
One study found, that the over-emphasis on recruiting and mentoring women in STEM may help contribute to the stereotypes of the field as being masculine and not a good place for women.
Why is it so important to have women and girls represented in STEM fields?
The bottom line? Talent in STEM isn't dictated by gender. The best ideas and innovations come from involvement from different perspectives.
What's Next?
Learn more about Global Goal 4: Quality Education.
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