Published February 11, 2025
By : Staff Writer
Ten years have passed since the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed February 11 as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Many professional and civil organizations are marking this day on social media.
According to a 2018 study by Science Magazine, the American Association for the Advancement of Science academic journal, school-age children in the United States increasingly depict women when asked to draw a scientist.
The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) reflects on the life and work of Marie Curie, the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, who inspires us to challenge the stereotypes that hold women back.
UNESCO Talks, hosted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, featured an interview with Professor Anne L'Huillier, a pioneering Nobel Prize winner in Physics. In a discussion hosted by Gabrielle Menezes, UNESCO's Chief of Digital Channels, they explored her groundbreaking work in attosecond physics and her journey.
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE), which has championed women engineers for 75 years, emphasized the importance of promoting full and equal access to and participation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) for women and girls, aligning with the United Nations' goals.
A post from the United Nations stressed the importance of women in science, stating that the world needs science, and science needs women.
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science serves as an opportunity to commit to ending the stereotypes and discrimination that prevent women and girls from pursuing careers in STEM fields.
The UN noted that increasing the number of women in science can help address some of humanity's most challenging problems. However, women often struggle to receive recognition for their achievements.
UNESCO revealed that women represent only 35% of STEM graduates worldwide. It encourages more women and girls to engage in science education, amplify their voices, and strive for better representation in these fields.
According to the Mastercard Foundation, the voices of successful women who have come before young women and girls are the strongest motivators for pursuing education and careers in STEM. These women have overcome challenges and serve as inspiration for others.
The NATO Science & Technology Organization has announced that applications are now open for the Women & Girls in Science Challenge 2025. This challenge seeks research proposals from young women on themes related to Deterrence, Energy, Resilience, Space, and Climate. Applications are due by March 11, and successful candidates will have the opportunity to present their proposals at NATO Headquarters!
We're celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
— The Nobel Prize (@NobelPrize) February 11, 2025
Let's look back on the life of Marie Skłodowska Curie: a Nobel Prize laureate who dedicated her life to science and became one of the world's greatest scientists.#WomenInScience #NobelPrize pic.twitter.com/kbn5lPZNHs
We're celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
— The Nobel Prize (@NobelPrize) February 11, 2025
Let's look back on the life of Marie Skłodowska Curie: a Nobel Prize laureate who dedicated her life to science and became one of the world's greatest scientists.#WomenInScience #NobelPrize pic.twitter.com/kbn5lPZNHs
The world needs science, and science needs women. 👩🔬🧪
— United Nations (@UN) February 11, 2025
Yet, they remain under-represented and struggle to get recognition for their achievements.
More from @UNESCO on Tuesday’s International Day of Women & Girls in Science: https://t.co/Jm8nwQuhzC pic.twitter.com/Sv8YibmyFE
Today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science 👩🏿🔬👩🏼🔬👩🏾🔬
— UN Development (@UNDP) February 11, 2025
As we celebrate, we reflect on the life and work of Marie Curie, the first woman to win a @NobelPrize, who still inspires us all to reject the stereotypes that hold women back.
Who are your #WomenInScience heroes? pic.twitter.com/MOslTOuVQu
Women make up only 35% of STEM graduates worldwide.@UNESCO encourages more women and girls to get involved in science education.
— UNESCO 🏛️ #Education #Sciences #Culture 🇺🇳 (@UNESCO) February 11, 2025
On #WomenInScience Day, let's amplify their voices!https://t.co/17n0KW3RMk pic.twitter.com/1bH2f8aaH0
Today, on International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we must highlight the inclusion deficit in STEM.
— Royal Academy of Engineering (@RAEngNews) February 11, 2025
Award-winning engineer Yewande Akinola MBE HonFREng FIET emphasises the crucial role of diversity and inclusion in engineering a world for everyone:… pic.twitter.com/0NgsB8BNZB
These young women are leaders in their fields, proving to the girls who follow in their footsteps that there’s a place for them in STEM. #WomenInSTEM
— Mastercard Foundation (@MastercardFdn) February 11, 2025
Click through to be inspired. ➡️
