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Women in STEM: Inspiring the Next Generation
10 Jun
Summary
- Campaign encourages women in engineering to share their career journeys.
- Women comprise only 17% of core engineering workforce in the UK.
- Project aims to normalize female presence in the engineering sector.
A campaign is encouraging more women in engineering and manufacturing to share their professional experiences, with the goal of cultivating the next generation of role models. Launched by training provider In-Comm, the "I'm Included" initiative has brought together women from West Midlands companies.
These women are discussing their journeys, challenges, and aspirations to inspire others. Currently, women make up approximately 17% of the workforce in core engineering roles. The project aims to shift perceptions, showcasing female participation as standard rather than an exception.
The campaign features a launch video depicting a young girl's progression into an industry leadership role. It will also include personal stories from professionals in various roles, from apprentice machinists to associate directors and senior engineers.
This effort seeks to highlight the wide array of hidden roles and flexible working opportunities within the sector. Other businesses and women in engineering are invited to share their own narratives through social media and industry events to further amplify the message.
