"Elas nas Exatas" Project: An Evolving Trajectory

Maria Cristina Elyote Marques Santos; Andrea de Matos Machado; Érica Nogueira Macêdo; Vânia Gonçalves de Brito dos Santos

doi:10.34178/jbth.v7iSuppl2.452

Maria Cristina Elyote Marques Santos
Andrea de Matos Machado
Érica Nogueira Macêdo
Vânia Gonçalves de Brito dos Santos

DOI: https://doi.org/10.34178/jbth.v7iSuppl2.452

Keywords: Underrepresentation of Women in STEM, Empowerment of Young Girls and Women, Self-Efficacy, Encouragement of Women into STEM Careers, Evolving Trajectory

Abstract

The "Elas nas Exatas" project addresses the underrepresentation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields in Brazil by leveraging Research, University Extension, and social media to inspire and empower young girls and women. The project includes mini-courses, workshops, and a YouTube channel featuring stories of women in STEM. Results indicate increased self-efficacy and broadened career perspectives among participants despite ongoing structural challenges. The diversity of interviewees and the visibility provided by the project have been crucial in promoting female inclusion in STEM.