Women in STEM Empowerment

Zhang SahWomen in STEM

Empowering the next generation of female scientists, engineers, and innovators through hands-on STEM experiences, mentorship, and community building.

August 7, 2025
Zhang Sah Community Center
75+ Female Students
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Event Impact

Our Women in STEM event directly addresses the gender gap in science and technology fields

28
% Women in STEM Workforce
15
Female Students at Event
50
Learning Hours Provided
3
Female STEM Mentors

The STEM Gender Gap

Understanding the challenges and opportunities for women in STEM fields

Workforce Representation

  • • Only 28% of STEM workforce are women
  • • Computer science: 25% female representation
  • • Engineering: 15% female representation
  • • Physical sciences: 40% female representation

Educational Pipeline

  • • 57% of college students are women
  • • Only 35% of STEM degrees go to women
  • • Computer science degrees: 18% female
  • • Engineering degrees: 20% female

Career Advancement

  • • Women leave STEM at 2x the rate of men
  • • Only 16% of STEM leadership roles held by women
  • • Gender pay gap: 15-20% in STEM fields
  • • Lack of female role models in leadership

Event Highlights

A comprehensive program designed to inspire, educate, and empower young women in STEM fields

Women in STEM career exploration

Female role model presentations

Hands-on STEM workshops

Mentorship and networking

Leadership development activities

Community building initiatives

STEM Learning Experiences

Hands-on workshops and demonstrations led by inspiring women in STEM

Women in Engineering

Women in Engineering

Female engineers led workshops on structural design, robotics, and sustainable technology, inspiring the next generation of women innovators.

Scientists in Action

Scientists in Action

Scientists demonstrated cutting-edge research in chemistry, physics, and biology, showing real-world applications of STEM knowledge.

Technology Leadership

Technology Leadership

Women in tech shared their journey from students to industry leaders, emphasizing the importance of persistence and community support.

Mentorship & Networking

Mentorship & Networking

Structured mentorship sessions connected students with successful women in STEM, building lasting relationships and career guidance.

Student Voices

Hear from the inspiring young women who participated in this transformative event

"Meeting female STEM professionals showed me that I can absolutely pursue a career in science and technology. Representation matters so much!"

Maya R., 9th Grade

"The mentorship from women in STEM fields gave me confidence and practical advice for my future career path. I feel empowered!"

Sofia L., 8th Grade

"This event helped me see that women can excel in any STEM field. The hands-on workshops were amazing and inspiring."

Emma K., 7th Grade

Event Gallery

Capturing the moments of inspiration, learning, and empowerment

Women in STEM workshop participants

Women in STEM workshop participants

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Event Videos

Watch highlights from our Women in STEM event showcasing the energy and excitement

Event Highlights

Event Highlights

Women in STEM Event Highlights

Workshop Activities

Workshop Activities

Women in STEM Workshop Activities

Mentorship Sessions

Mentorship Sessions

Women in STEM Mentorship Sessions

Experience the Women in STEM event through these video highlights

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Empower the Future

Together, we can build a more inclusive and diverse STEM community. Join us in inspiring the next generation of women innovators.