What is Girls STEMpowered?
Girls STEMpowered is a mentorship program aimed towards empowering current female grade 11 and 12 STEM oriented students. The seminar based program will cover university life, studying strategies, maximizing your schedule, balancing school and social life, and more! Our goal is to connect with high school students to encourage them to pursue a “challenging” degree and overcome the stigma surrounding women in STEM.
Who is Girls STEMpowered for?
Mentees
Current female grade 11 and 12 STEM oriented students from participating GTA (Greater Toronto Area) High Schools looking for insight into the life of a female student pursuing a STEM degree at a Canadian university.
Mentors
Our Mentors are female York University students and WiWC Members who are currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a STEM field (health sciences and psychology included!) and who show a keen interest in sharing their experiences with high school students, de-stigmatizing women in STEM and highlighting their leadership abilities.
Where is Girls STEMpowered taking place?
Girls STEMpowered is hosted online and in person by Women in White Coats at York University.
When is Girls STEMpowered taking place?
The first session of seminars will take place remotely and in person from September-December 2021.
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