With less than a quarter of physics degrees being earned by women, gender equity in physics can seem far away. Yet there has been significant change over the last few decades, and today's young women experience a much more welcoming field than did their predecessors. This talk will present some of the underlying reasons for the lower proportion of women in our field, along with strategies that...
Despite ongoing efforts, women remain underrepresented in STEM, particularly in leadership roles. Parité Sciences is a bold initiative advancing gender parity in STEM by training teachers throughout Canada—key influencers in shaping students' scientific identity. Rather than focusing solely on students or institutions, we equip educators with the tools to foster inclusive learning...