By Christine Persaud
March Break 2024 is fast approaching, and parents who haven’t yet done so are frantically searching for last-minute camps for their kids. For some kids, a computer-based camp is a nice respite from the heavy physical activity they are used to at school and in other extra-curriculars.
By Yasmin Ranade
On International Women’s Day (IWD), when social and economic realities of gender disparity are being addressed under the theme – #EmbraceEquity, I thought it timely to celebrate the successes of two STEM women who are driving sport performance through tech.
By Yasmin Ranade
Laval-based WattByWatt has developed breakthrough technology to convert light to energy, which could disrupt how we power everyday electronics. Potential applications for the novel energy system range from charging cell phones or Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, to powering the beacons and smart RFID tags found on items in the supermarket, to charging outdoor cameras or household WiFi networks.
By Yasmin Ranade
The Dreamer Day Fest 2022 will run from October 4 – 5, 2022 at the Enercare Centre – Exhibition Place in Toronto. This event will include keynote addresses from high-profile women who are leaders in their fields, including STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), skilled trades, emergency response, entrepreneurship, and leadership.
By Yasmin Ranade
Recruiting women into STEM is often the singular strategy that employers use to ‘tick the box’ for bringing diversity into the tech industry, but are recruitment initiatives enough to make tech inclusive, long-term?
By Yasmin Ranade
In today’s world, if a teenager identifies an interest in a tech career, to be successful in tech at a global level requires an entrepreneurial mindset. Schools have a unique opportunity to adapt to the 21st century and expose teens to new career possibilities in tech, while developing the mindsets to be successful in this new industry,
By Yasmin Ranade
Use your privilege as a senior woman in STEM to help others. For example, mentor and coach young women in the industry to help them build their confidence. Don’t just sit around and wait for things to improve; be the change you want to see and become a voice for those who don’t have one yet.
By Yasmin Ranade
Research shows that role models and social encouragement are critical factors in a girl’s decision to pursue STEM … so programs like the Barbie Role Model Program are an important hook as well