Int’l Day of Women & Girls in Science Observed

Islamabad: International Day of Women and Girls in Science was observed on Tuesday.

According to Radio Pakistan, this year’s theme of the day is “Charting Progress to Shape the Future: The Best is Yet to Come”. The theme highlights the importance of making strides in gender equality within the scientific community to create a more inclusive future.

Gender equality in science is crucial for building a better future for all, yet women and girls continue to face systemic barriers and biases in pursuing scientific careers. These obstacles need to be addressed to ensure that women and girls can fully participate and contribute to scientific advancements.