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Celebrate International Day of the Girl
The International Day of the Girl (IDG) – observed annually on October 11 – is a global platform to advocate for the full spectrum of girls' rights. To invest in a future that values and supports girls, giving them opportunities to lead and participate in decision-making is crucial. By placing them at the forefront of change efforts, listening to their voices, and responding to their requests, we can empower girls to exercise their agency and make a meaningful impact.
This year's theme, Girls' Vision for the Future, reflects findings from UNICEF analysis, which shows that girls are not only courageous in the face of challenges, but hopeful for the future. Every day, they are taking action to realize a vision of a world in which all girls are protected, respected, and empowered. But girls cannot realize this vision alone. They need allies who listen to and respond to their needs.
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Girls' Vision for the Future Webinar
October 11, 2024 6:00 AM Pacific / 9:00 AM Eastern
This International Day of the Girl, UNICEF, Plan International and Save the Children are partnering with girl activists around the world to elevate the voices of girls and highlight the importance of investing in proven girl-centered solutions driven by girls’ vision for the future we shape together.
Featuring intergenerational dialogues, new data and spoken word poetry, this girl-led event will spotlight girls’ experiences, leadership and perspectives on how we can champion the policy actions needed to help every girl reach her full potential.
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Girl Up Global Leadership Summit
Virtual, October 19, 2024
Join Girl Up changemakers and special guests for a one-day, virtual event packed with keynotes by experts and champions in the global gender justice space, youth-led workshops on leadership development and key issues, and the chance for girls and youth allies to network and build connections with one another no matter where they live. Register.
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International Archeology Day
October 19, 2024
International Archaeology Day (IAD) is a celebration of archaeology and its contributions to society. Every October archaeological organizations around the world present archaeological programs and activities for people of all ages and interests. Whether it is a family-friendly archaeology fair, a guided tour of a local archaeological site, a simulated dig, or a presentation from a visiting archaeologist, the interactive, hands-on IAD programs provide a chance to uncover the past and experience the thrill of discovery. Learn more.
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Women and Diversity in Tech Festival
London, United Kingdom, November 5, 2024
The Women and Diversity in Tech and Channel Festival is a celebration of diversity within the tech landscape. Although progress has been made, there is still far to go to make sure that people from every background and gender have avenues to achieve satisfaction and success with a role in tech. Learn more.
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IEEE International Conference on Teaching, Assessment and Learning for Engineering 2024
Bengaluru, India, December 9-12, 2024
This international conference on engineering, technology, and education aims to provide a forum for scholars and practitioners to share their knowledge and experience in engineering and technology education, as well as in technology-enabled educational innovation across a variety of academic and professional disciplines. Learn more.
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ICGS Student Leadership Conference - Australasia
Sydney, Australia January 21-24, 2025
The International Coalition of Girls Schools' Student Leadership Conference provides unparalleled opportunities for students to explore leadership styles and strategies, reflect on their own leadership aspirations and build meaningful life-long connections with other young leaders. Learn more.
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ICGS Educating Girls Symposium
New York, New York, February 7, 2025
Join colleagues from girls’ schools from around the globe at Marymount School of New York in New York, to network and share best practices. The day’s program will include keynote, breakout, and hands-on workshop sessions focused on the theme of Celebrating the Power of Girls and Girls’ Schools. Learn more.
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WE Local
Prague, Czechia, April 24-25, 2025
Hosted by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), Attendees can look forward to engaging sessions, inspiring keynote speakers, and opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders. The event aims to empower participants at all stages of their careers by providing resources and support to enhance their professional growth and success in engineering fields. Learn more.
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WAAW Foundation Scholarship
WAAW Foundation Scholarship enables female college students in Africa to pursue their studies in a STEM-related course. Current students living and studying in Africa are eligible to apply for this one-time $500 award. Applications are due November 30, 2024. If you are interested in supporting the scholarship, click here to donate.
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World Economic Forum Global Gender Gap Report 2024
The Global Gender Gap Report is the longest-standing index tracking the progress of numerous countries’ efforts towards closing gender gaps over time since its inception in 2006. This year, the Global Gender Gap Index benchmarks gender parity across 146 economies, providing a basis for the analysis of gender parity developments across two-thirds of the world’s economies.
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STEM Women Report
This report offers an insight into how the STEM Women community in the UK and Ireland perceives gender differences and explores their attitudes towards working in these industries. In addition to STEM-related and gender-focused topics, the data investigates issues surrounding career confidence, motivations behind accepting and declining job offers, and the level of belonging for students and graduates in STEM.
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SWE Global
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is dedicated to supporting engineers and technologists no matter where they are in the world. Learn more about the many different opportunities for individuals and organizations to get involved and connect with the global SWE network.
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