February 11: International Day of Women and Girls in Science

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is being observed by the United Nations on February 11 every year since 2015. The Organization passed a resolution to observe the day in order to recognize the role played by girls and women in science and technology.

Highlights

The day is being celebrated in collaboration with organizations all over the world that work towards promoting women and girls in the field of science.

The events associated with the day is mainly implemented by UNESCO. The global priority of UNESCO is Gender Equality. It supports in providing education and equal opportunities to young girls.

This year the day is celebrated under the theme

Theme: Investment in Women and Girls in Science for Inclusive Green Growth

Significance

It is important to observe the day because there are only 30% of women researchers all over the world. Also, their contribution in the field of STEM is also less as compared to men.

Month: Current Affairs - February, 2020