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Celebrating women: Why these Indian-origin STEM trailblazers urge families to motivate girls in science

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General images of laboratory technicians at work at a Lab in Sydney (Background image)/L to R: Dr Renu Sharma, the Chief Operating Officer and Director of Translation and Impact at the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR), Dr Anupriya Aggarwal at UNSW and Laboratory head Shivani Pasricha in Melbourne. Credit: Credits:AAP/Dr Renu, Dr Annupriya and Dr Shivani Credit: Credit: Background image AAP/ L to R: Dr Renu Sharma, Dr Annupriya Agarwal and Dr Shivani Pasricha

The low representation of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) remains a persistent challenge across the globe. Current data shows that only 16 per cent of Australians working in STEM fields are women. SBS Hindi spoke with three Indian-origin STEM trailblazers to understand the reasons behind women’s low participation, what needs to be done to address the gap, and why it is crucial for more women to enter these fields.


https://www.industry.gov.au/publications/stem-equity-monitor/workforce-data/detailed-stem-qualified-occupations-gender#stemqualified-occupations

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