WISE

What we do:

WISE - Women into Science, Engineering and Construction - works with industry and education to inspire girls and attract them into science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) studies and careers.

The WISE Campaign has developed a range of resources to inspire and inform girls and young women, and their teachers, parents and other advisers. We have experience of working with employers to help them set up successful outreach days and work experience packages. We have expertise in communications, engagement and challenging stereotypes. We welcome positive collaborations with a wide range of organisations and institutions committed to building gender equality in STEM.

Why we do it:

When girls don't think they are welcome in subjects like physics, engineering, construction and IT, it means that some of the brightest minds and best skills are lost to these employment sectors.

Despite girls interest and success in science and maths at GCSE, there is evidence that girls still feel unwelcome in these knowledge-based sectors: 'they can do it, but wouldn't want to be it.'

See detailed statistics on the number of girls and women in STEM subjects and careers.

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How we work

We work in partnership with industry and education, bringing the perspective of girls to their activities. Most girls cannot be influenced into non-traditional careers through one glossy leaflet at age 14. Engaging their hearts and minds needs, long term, to counter the widespread stereotypes many experience from their peers and parents, schools and the media.

We do this by listening to girls, understanding their concerns and ensuring other organisations and policy-makers hear their voices. We work creatively with delivery agencies, offering models, tools and ideas to help them challenge traditional approaches and demonstrate equal involvement for girls.