IEEE Women in STEM Outreach Program: Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Innovators

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The IEEE Student Branch at Baze University is hosting an exclusive STEM outreach program for young women in secondary schools. This event aims to encourage and inspire the next generation of female leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

 

Through hands-on workshops, inspiring talks from successful women in STEM, and engaging activities, this event will empower young girls to pursue careers in technology and engineering, breaking barriers and closing the gender gap in STEM fields.

 

 

Objectives:

 

✔ Encourage young women to explore STEM fields with confidence.

✔ Highlight successful women role models in STEM careers.

✔ Provide hands-on experience in STEM activities.

✔ Foster mentorship and networking opportunities.

 

Target Audience:

 

 Female secondary school students (SS1 – SS3)

 Female STEM teachers and school representatives

IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) members & university volunteers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Logistics & Requirements:

 

✅ Invitations to Schools: Send formal invitations to girls’ secondary schools in Abuja.

✅ IEEE Women Volunteers: Assign female university students as mentors and facilitators.

✅ STEM Kits & Materials: Provide resources for hands-on activities.

✅ Venue & Equipment: Secure classrooms, projectors, and lab spaces at Baze University.

✅ Refreshments: Light snacks and drinks for attendees.

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📌 Welcome & Keynote Speech (9:00 AM – 9:30 AM)

              •            Opening remarks from IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) and Baze University representatives.

              •            Speech: “The Future is Female: Women Thriving in STEM”

 

📌 Women in STEM Panel Discussion (9:30 AM – 10:30 AM)

              •            A panel of successful female engineers, scientists, and tech professionals sharing their career journeys.

              •            Discussion topics: Overcoming challenges, mentorship, and career opportunities.

              •            Q&A session with students.

 

📌 STEM Exploration & Hands-on Workshops (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

              1.           Coding & AI for Girls: Introduction to programming and artificial intelligence.

              2.           Renewable Energy & Sustainability: Exploring solar panels and wind energy.

              3.           Robotics & Automation: A fun robotics demonstration and interactive session.

              4.           Women in Space & Satellite Technology: Learning about space communication and exploration.

 

📌 Break & Networking (12:30 PM – 1:00 PM)

 

📌 STEM Challenge & Group Activities (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM)

              •            Design a Bridge Challenge: Build a strong bridge using limited materials.

              •            Egg Drop Experiment: Engineering a protective structure for an egg drop test.

              •            Basic Electronics Workshop: Learn to build simple circuits.

 

📌 Career Guidance & Scholarship Opportunities (2:30 PM – 2:50 PM)

              •            Information on STEM scholarships and university application tips.

              •            Guidance on career paths in STEM fields.

 

📌 Closing & Certificate Presentation (2:50 PM – 3:00 PM)

              •            Presentation of certificates to participants.

              •            Group photo session.

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