iBIO is committed to working with our community partners and continues to lead STEM programs for girls in underserved communities in Illinois.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In terms of what else can be done to support women in STEM,\u00a0 here are a few thoughts…<\/span><\/p>\n Unconscious bias is an enomous problem that must be challenged every time we see it. We need to recognize our own biases and stubbornly dispel them at home with our families, in our schools, in our workplaces and in the way we talk to and about one another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Young children are all naturally curious, but we tend to encourage exploration by boys much more than girls. We need to create opportunities for young girls to tinker, play, make messes and problem solve and then we must communicate relentlessly that all of this <\/span>is\u00a0STEM<\/span>. And they are not only <\/span>doing<\/span> STEM they are <\/span>good at STEM.\u00a0<\/span>This helps girls build a STEM identity. The earlier you can build a STEM identity, the more resilient it will be when it is inevitably challenged by the world.\u00a0Girls-only programs like the ones offered by iBIO is an important first step to creating STEM identity and building that resilience, but it must be combined with co-ed activities so that boys can see girls achieving.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We can never stop pushing for equality. Investing in programs for elementary-school girls might seem like a very long game. It is simply a long time from 3rd grade to the workforce, but the reality is sustained engagement is what is needed to change generations of inequality. We must commit to building the entire pipeline — doing the long work of building STEM identity in the future female workforce\u00a0<\/span>while<\/span>\u00a0amplifying women’s voices and elevating women to positions of leadership in our companies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n iBIO\u2019s STEMgirls camp in North Chicago\/Waukegan has been helping develop the STEM identities of girls in the community since 2016.\u00a0 It’s inspiring to think about the future impact our STEMgirls campers will make with the tools and confidence they have achieved!<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”8175,8177,8178,8182,8183,8184,8185,8188″ show_title_and_caption=”off” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Last week iBIO launched iBIO Connect, a resource to help build stronger connections in our ecosystem. One of the features built into iBIO Connect was the ability to make the platform searchable and highlight the businesses and organizations in our community that are led by women founders or CEOs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Take a look at the list on iBIO Connect. https:\/\/ibioconnect.org\/list\/female-led-organizations<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n *\u00a0\u201cMeasuring Diversity in the Biotech Industry: Tracking Progress in Small and Large Companies<\/span><\/a>\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n February 11th is International Day of Women and Girls In Science Day. The annual observance was adopted by the United Nations in 2015 to promote equality in STEM fields.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Our industry is built on innovation and our members are committed to ensuring that all people are able to participate in and benefit from the biosciences industry. Our members have been making strives to improve the representation of women in their companies. Women now make up 49% of employees, compared to 45% in 2019*. But we still have work to do as an industry, women represent only 34% of executive teams and only 20% of CEOs*.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n iBIO is committed to working with our community partners and continues to lead STEM programs for girls in underserved communities in Illinois.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In terms of what else can be done to support women in STEM,\u00a0 here are a few thoughts…<\/span><\/p>\n Unconscious bias is an enomous problem that must be challenged every time we see it. We need to recognize our own biases and stubbornly dispel them at home with our families, in our schools, in our workplaces and in the way we talk to and about one another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Young children are all naturally curious, but we tend to encourage exploration by boys much more than girls. We need to create opportunities for young girls to tinker, play, make messes and problem solve and then we must communicate relentlessly that all of this <\/span>is\u00a0STEM<\/span>. And they are not only <\/span>doing<\/span> STEM they are <\/span>good at STEM.\u00a0<\/span>This helps girls build a STEM identity. The earlier you can build a STEM identity, the more resilient it will be when it is inevitably challenged by the world.\u00a0Girls-only programs like the ones offered by iBIO is an important first step to creating STEM identity and building that resilience, but it must be combined with co-ed activities so that boys can see girls achieving.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We can never stop pushing for equality. Investing in programs for elementary-school girls might seem like a very long game. It is simply a long time from 3rd grade to the workforce, but the reality is sustained engagement is what is needed to change generations of inequality. We must commit to building the entire pipeline — doing the long work of building STEM identity in the future female workforce\u00a0<\/span>while<\/span>\u00a0amplifying women’s voices and elevating women to positions of leadership in our companies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n iBIO\u2019s STEMgirls camp in North Chicago\/Waukegan has been helping develop the STEM identities of girls in the community since 2016.\u00a0 It’s inspiring to think about the future impact our STEMgirls campers will make with the tools and confidence they have achieved!<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”8175,8177,8178,8182,8183,8184,8185,8188″ posts_number=”2″ show_title_and_caption=”off” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Last week iBIO launched iBIO Connect, a resource to help build stronger connections in our ecosystem. One of the features built into iBIO Connect was the ability to make the platform searchable and highlight the businesses and organizations in our community that are led by women founders or CEOs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Take a look at the list on iBIO Connect. https:\/\/ibioconnect.org\/list\/female-led-organizations<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n *\u00a0\u201cMeasuring Diversity in the Biotech Industry: Tracking Progress in Small and Large Companies<\/span><\/a>\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Our industry is built on innovation and our members are committed to ensuring that all people are able to participate in and benefit from the biosciences industry. Our members have been making strives to improve the representation of women in their companies. Women now make up 49% of employees, compared to 45% in 2019*. But […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":" February 11th is International Day of Women and Girls In Science Day. The annual observance was adopted by the United Nations in 2015 to promote equality in STEM fields.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> Our industry is built on innovation and our members are committed to ensuring that all people are able to participate in and benefit from the biosciences industry. Our members have been making strives to improve the representation of women in their companies. Women now make up 49% of employees, compared to 45% in 2019*. But we still have work to do as an industry, women represent only 34% of executive teams and only 20% of CEOs*.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> iBIO is committed to working with our community partners and continues to lead STEM programs for girls in underserved communities in Illinois.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> In terms of what else can be done to support women in STEM,\u00a0 here are a few thoughts...<\/span><\/p> Unconscious bias is an enomous problem that must be challenged every time we see it. We need to recognize our own biases and stubbornly dispel them at home with our families, in our schools, in our workplaces and in the way we talk to and about one another.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> Young children are all naturally curious, but we tend to encourage exploration by boys much more than girls. We need to create opportunities for young girls to tinker, play, make messes and problem solve and then we must communicate relentlessly that all of this <\/span>is\u00a0STEM<\/span>. And they are not only <\/span>doing<\/span> STEM they are <\/span>good at STEM.\u00a0<\/span>This helps girls build a STEM identity. The earlier you can build a STEM identity, the more resilient it will be when it is inevitably challenged by the world.\u00a0Girls-only programs like the ones offered by iBIO is an important first step to creating STEM identity and building that resilience, but it must be combined with co-ed activities so that boys can see girls achieving.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p> We can never stop pushing for equality. Investing in programs for elementary-school girls might seem like a very long game. It is simply a long time from 3rd grade to the workforce, but the reality is sustained engagement is what is needed to change generations of inequality. We must commit to building the entire pipeline -- doing the long work of building STEM identity in the future female workforce\u00a0<\/span>while<\/span>\u00a0amplifying women's voices and elevating women to positions of leadership in our companies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> iBIO\u2019s STEMgirls camp in North Chicago\/Waukegan has been helping develop the STEM identities of girls in the community since 2016.\u00a0 It's inspiring to think about the future impact our STEMgirls campers will make with the tools and confidence they have achieved!<\/span><\/p> \u00a0<\/p> Last week iBIO launched iBIO Connect, a resource to help build stronger connections in our ecosystem. One of the features built into iBIO Connect was the ability to make the platform searchable and highlight the businesses and organizations in our community that are led by women founders or CEOs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p> Our community is rich in resources, we encourage you to explore the how our partners are focused improving diversity in our ecosystem. Check out the organizations and their programs and get involved.\u00a0<\/p> Take a look at the list on iBIO Connect. https:\/\/ibioconnect.org\/list\/female-led-organizations<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ibio.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Ann-150x150.png\")
iBIO\u2019s SVP of Charitable Program\u2019s Ann Vogel on why STEMgirls Camp focuses on grades 3-8 and what else needs to be done to support women in STEM\u2026<\/span><\/h4>\nMeeet the companies and organizations that are led by women in our community\u2026<\/span><\/h4>\n
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