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Breaking the bias: perspectives of a WiSTEM²D programme inspiring female undergraduates for a technical future

Published:2024-08-14 Issue:10 Volume:66 Page:106-119
ISSN:0040-0912
Container-title:Education + Training
language:en
Short-container-title:ET

Author:

Travers Marie^ORCID,Dwivedi Anushree^ORCID,Richardson Ita,Crowley Katie,Patten James Vincent^ORCID

Abstract

PurposeThis is an account of student experiences with the 2020/2021 Johnson & Johnson (J&J) Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Manufacturing and Design (WiSTEM2D) intervention programme at the University of Limerick (UL).Design/methodology/approachThe WiSTEM2D programme supports female undergraduate students undertaking science, technology, engineering, mathematics, manufacturing and design (STEM2D) courses, helping them develop and grow in their degrees, research and beyond.FindingsDuring the programme, data were gathered from students in the form of qualitative information, which was used to analyse perceptions of the programme. This analysis revealed that students found the WiSTEM2D programme beneficial to them and that it improved their confidence levels, career knowledge and overall networking abilities.Originality/valueWiSTEM2D is one of several initiatives globally that are attempting to empower and encourage women to be active in STEM.

Publisher

Emerald

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