 Despite significant strides in higher education, women remain underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields worldwide. While progress has been made, a persistent gender disparity continues to limit opportunities for women at all levels of these disciplines. The United Nations has long championed gender equality, recognizing it as a key driver of global economic and social progress. Ensuring equal access and participation for women and girls in STEM is essential to achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
On March 14, 2011, the Commission on the Status of Women adopted a report emphasizing the need for equal access to education, training, and employment in STEM fields. Further strengthening this commitment, the UN General Assembly passed a resolution on December 20, 2013, underscoring the importance of full and equal participation in science, technology, and innovation for women and girls of all ages. Building on these initiatives, UNESCO's Call to Action, Closing the Gender Gap in Science, highlights the crucial role of women in scientific innovation. The United Nations General Assembly passed resolution 70/212 on 22 December 2015, which proclaimed the 11th day of February as the annual commemoration of the observance. A theme is selected annually to highlight a particular focus and area of discussion around a focus point for gender equality in science. The theme for the 2025 International Day of Women and Girls in Science (IDWGS) is "Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science". The day will celebrate women's contributions to science and the need to increase gender equality in STEM fields. Source: UNITED NATIONS
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