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
By Yasmin Ranade
It is important that we women think about the impact that we want to have, and then work to make that happen in our own unique style rather than worrying about how men are doing it.
By Christine Persaud
International Women’s Day is a reminder to refocus efforts on equity and inclusion, with the lens not only on women but also minorities, LGBTQ+ members, and others who are often victims of workplace biases.
By Yasmin Ranade
Digital skills have become a fundamental requirement for Canadian students, today. Computer science education is essential to ensure students in Canada have access to the knowledge they need to prosper and become thriving citizens in our digital world.
By Yasmin Ranade
Canadian tech needs to prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) because we’re at a critical moment in history where technology can either exacerbate existing inequities or make things a lot better.
By Yasmin Ranade
The books bridge technology, whimsy, representation. We roll by the motto: ‘Childhood is magical, technology is whimsical, representation is monumental!’
By Yasmin Ranade
IBM Canada, along with its ten partners, delivered its first national Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) virtual summer camp for students entering grades 7 – 12 this fall. Access was free and more than 3,000 teens participated from 9 provinces, which demonstrates a good appetite for STEM learning in Canada.
By Yasmin Ranade
After beating out students from all over Canada to win the national championship, Ghalia Aamer, a University of Alberta undergraduate student will be representing Canada with her start-up, TalkMaze, at the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA).