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International Day of Women and Girls in Science highlights gender equality and celebrates the leadership of women and girls in science and technology.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 theme is ‘Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science.’ (Image: Shutterstock)
International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated on February 11 to recognise the significant achievements and contributions of women and girls in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). This day marks the importance of gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls across the world, celebrating their successful leadership in the world of science and technology. Despite various efforts, there is still a considerable gender imbalance in the field of science and technology on a global scale.
Although many initiatives have been established to engage women and girls in scientific fields, a significant gap in their participation continues to exist. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for 2030 also highlight gender equality in science as an essential component of its agenda.
This year, the world will celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science Assembly. On the special occasion, let’s take a look at the theme, history and significance, celebrations and quotes.
International Day Of Women And Girls In Science: History and Significance
The United Nations declared February 11 as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science in 2015. The day was announced to be celebrated to achieve the objective of gender equality and provide access for girls and women in scientific, technical, and mathematical studies. Despite exemplary steps taken to elevate the participation of women in higher education, they are still underrepresented in these sectors.
Therefore enters the need of the day which allows people to view the contribution that women made and continue to make in science and technology to inspire others to choose a similar career path. Furthermore, it also extends support to women and girls with a keen interest in technical and scientific subjects.
International Day Of Women And Girls In Science: Theme
The theme for the 10th International Day of Women and Girls in Science is “Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science.” The focus of this year’s International Day of Women and Girls in Science will be on the need to break stereotypes and promote role models for girls.
International Day Of Women And Girls In Science: Celebrations
To celebrate the day, it is needed to highlight the achievements of female scientists through social media campaigns. Additionally, events are hosted to showcase the achievements of women in STEM fields and workshops are organised to encourage them to pursue science careers and actively share stories of inspirational female scientists to inspire the next generation.
International Day Of Women And Girls In Science 2025: Quotes
- “I am among those who think that science has great beauty.”— Marie Curie
- “What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” — Jane Goodall, Primatologist and Anthropologist
- “We especially need imagination in science. It is not all mathematics, nor all logic, but it is somewhat beautiful and poetry.” — Maria Mitchell, Astronomer
- “Science, for me, gives a partial explanation for life. In so far as it goes, it is based on fact, experience and experiment.” — Rosalind Franklin, Chemist and X-ray, Crystallographer
