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Rodan + Fields Fuels Future Female STEM Founders
29 Sep
Summary
- Rodan + Fields partners with Girls Inc. with a $350,000 investment.
- The funding supports young women pursuing STEM entrepreneurship.
- Initiative includes scholarships and college/career readiness programs.
Rodan + Fields has announced a significant $350,000 partnership with Girls Inc., an organization dedicated to female leadership. This collaboration is designed to directly support aspiring female founders and innovators in STEM fields.
The investment is allocated as a $100,000 Rodan + Fields Futures Scholarship and a $250,000 commitment to Project Accelerate. This program by Girls Inc. focuses on college and career readiness for young women.
This initiative addresses the underrepresentation of women in STEM entrepreneurship, where only 28% of startups feature a female founder. Rodan + Fields, itself founded by female dermatologists, aims to create pathways for young women in STEM and business.
Project Accelerate, serving over 5,900 young women across 76 networks, will see its reach expanded through the Rodan + Fields contribution. The program offers mentorship, internships, and career development starting in high school.
Furthermore, Rodan + Fields will host "From Lab to Leadership" experiences. These events will allow Girls Inc. participants to visit the company's innovation lab, gaining insights into the science and business of beauty entrepreneurship from industry leaders.
The Rodan + Fields Futures Scholarship will provide direct financial aid to students pursuing STEM education and entrepreneurship, mirroring the brand's own science-based origins. This ensures continued support for women entering these fields.
