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Women in Tech Week! This week, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women in the tech industry, breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation! At Primary Goal, we’re proud to support the women who are shaping the future of technology—whether they’re learners, apprenticeship coaches, or line managers. With 53.4% of our apprentices and 67% of our staff being women, we’re fostering a community where women can thrive, innovate, and lead. From building digital strategies to managing IT systems, the women of Primary Goal are paving the way for the future of tech. This week, we’re spotlighting these amazing women who inspire and drive change every day. Let’s continue empowering and supporting each other to thrive in this exciting, ever-evolving field! #WomenInTech #TechLeaders #WomenEmpowerment #PrimaryGoal #Apprenticeships #DiversityInTech #BreakingBarriers

Opportunities for companies to support marginalised girls in accessing STEM careers Unlocking the untapped potential of marginalised and disadvantaged women and girls to access opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) careers, the TechnoGirl programme offers several components in which companies can participate: Job Shadowing: This aspect caters to girls in grades 8-12, specifically chosen from quintile 1 to 3 schools. It aims to introduce them to scarce careers in STEM fields such as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Post School Mentoring: Designed for beneficiaries who have completed Grade 12, this component provides support for their pursuit of STEM studies at post-schooling institutions and facilitates their access to economic opportunities. Digital Skills: Geared towards unemployed youth, this component focuses on providing training in Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) skills. To learn more about how your company can engage with these initiatives, please email: info@technogirltrust.co.za #STEMOpportunities #Jobshadowing #DigitalSkills #CompanyEnvolvement

ICYMI: Innovation is the key to transforming STEM careers opportunities: In this article, Lisa Tomkins, Education Outreach Partner at the Met Office, discusses the importance of collaboration between businesses, educators, and the education sector in… Innovation is the key to transforming STEM careers opportunities was published on FE News by Met Office Read more here:

Opportunities for companies to support marginalised girls in accessing STEM careers Unlocking the untapped potential of marginalised and disadvantaged women and girls to access opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) careers, the TechnoGirl programme offers several components in which companies can participate: Job Shadowing: This aspect caters to girls in grades 8-12, specifically chosen from quintile 1 to 3 schools. It aims to introduce them to scarce careers in STEM fields such as Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Post School Mentoring: Designed for beneficiaries who have completed Grade 12, this component provides support for their pursuit of STEM studies at post-schooling institutions and facilitates their access to economic opportunities. Digital Skills: Geared towards unemployed youth, this component focuses on providing training in Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) skills. To learn more about how your company can engage with these initiatives, please email: info@technogirltrust.co.za #STEMOpportunities #Jobshadowing #DigitalSkills #CompanyEnvolvement

“Our graduates and young IBM hires show that American STEM talent can be grown, pointing the way to what is possible, with more black and Hispanic students completing high school and college without the need of remediation,” said Rashid Ferrod Davis P-TECH Founding Principal #weareptech #skillsbuild #skillsfirst #skills2030 Janiel K. Richards Nidia Augustine Adlaine Andoh Selah Bah Jawani S. Matthew Cooper ShuDon Brown Dante Hamilton MDRC P-TECH 9-14 Evaluation New findings in this report indicate that the P-TECH model increased students' postsecondary degree completion, particularly for male students, and boosted internship and dual enrollment rates, even during the pandemic. LINK: https://lnkd.in/e54rSYKT "By the end of the first year of postsecondary education, 2.6 percent of female and 1.8 percent of male P-TECH 9-14 students had earned degrees, compared with virtually no students from the comparison group, of either gender. These impacts for both genders are statistically significant". "Male students who had the chance to attend P-TECH 9-14 schools were more likely to attain college degrees than male students assigned to other kinds of schools". www.ptech.org

“Our graduates and young IBM hires show that American STEM talent can be grown, pointing the way to what is possible, with more black and Hispanic students completing high school and college without the need of remediation,” said Rashid Ferrod Davis P-TECH Founding Principal #weareptech #skillsbuild #skillsfirst #skills2030 Janiel K. Richards Nidia Augustine Adlaine Andoh Selah Bah Jawani S. Matthew Cooper ShuDon Brown Dante Hamilton MDRC P-TECH 9-14 Evaluation New findings in this report indicate that the P-TECH model increased students' postsecondary degree completion, particularly for male students, and boosted internship and dual enrollment rates, even during the pandemic. LINK: https://lnkd.in/eQBKPNsA "By the end of the first year of postsecondary education, 2.6 percent of female and 1.8 percent of male P-TECH 9-14 students had earned degrees, compared with virtually no students from the comparison group, of either gender. These impacts for both genders are statistically significant". "Male students who had the chance to attend P-TECH 9-14 schools were more likely to attain college degrees than male students assigned to other kinds of schools". www.ptech.org

We all have a role to play in closing the diversity gap. The tech industry needs more underrepresented minorities, but how can we make that happen? This insightful blog post shares proven strategies that individuals, companies, and educators can use to help underrepresented groups enter STEM fields. Learn about the importance of role models, how internships provide crucial experience, and ways you can advocate for change. There are tangible steps we can take to make tech more inclusive. Click below to read the full blog and discover how you can be part of the solution. https://lnkd.in/ewpX3WNe

🚀 Tech She Can Research Insights! 🌐 Tech She Can Our recent study with Tech She Can revealed critical insights on primary school careers education: Importance: 75% of primary teachers value careers education. Access Concerns: Only half have access to quality and inclusive careers education. Sufficiency Gap: Merely 15% feel the available experiences are sufficient, leaving many kids without diverse career insights. We're committed to bridging this gap! Join us in creating engaging STEM experiences for the leaders of tomorrow. Read the report now: https://hubs.li/Q02j0Glj0 #TechSheCan #STEMEducation 🌐✨

Not enough schools are providing hands-on, real-world projects that expose students to STEM careers, experts surmise, but schools can increase these opportunities through partnerships with after-school and similar programs, says Maud Abeel of Jobs for the Future: https://ow.ly/r8Rb50Qm7RZ #STEM #STEMeducation #STEMschools #STEMteachers #STEMstudents #STEMleaders #STEMprograms

2010 the announcement and by the end of 2020 a member of the design team and founding principal of a new education model, P-TECH, which has positive economic implications particularly for underserved communities with replication of 250+ public schools in 24 countries, 7 states with P-TECH college graduates, and a pipeline of 150k students, supported by 200 community college partners and 600 industry partners. MDRC P-TECH 9-14 Pathways to Success Implementation, Impact, and Cost Findings from the New York City P-TECH 9-14 Schools Evaluation New findings in this report indicate that the P-TECH model increased students' postsecondary degree completion, particularly for male students, and boosted internship and dual enrollment rates, even during the pandemic. "By the end of the first year of postsecondary education, 2.6 percent of female and 1.8 percent of male P-TECH 9-14 students had earned degrees, compared with virtually no students from the comparison group, of either gender. These impacts for both genders are statistically significant". "Male students who had the chance to attend P-TECH 9-14 schools were more likely to attain college degrees than male students assigned to other kinds of schools". https://lnkd.in/e54rSYKT #weareptech #skillsbuild #skillsfirst #skills2030 www.ptech.org