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149. How can we encourage an interest in science in young girls? with Founder of Science Girl's Lab Melissa Alderete
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Research shows that girls and young women lose interest in science and math as they move through their school years. And now, women make up only 28% of the STEM workforce.
How can we use science to inspire kids? Why is it important for girls to see themselves represented in the field? And how can we encourage an interest in science in young girls?
In this episode, Melissa Alderete joins Kevin to share how we can encourage an interest in science in young girls.
Meet Melissa:
Melissa Alderete is the founder of Science Girl’s Lab, an organization that provides science activities, experiments, and experiences to teachers, students, and their families to inspire the next generation of scientists.
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