While some Americans face challenges entering careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), many women in other countries must overcome decidedly different obstacles.
World Partnerships, a St. Petersburg-based nonprofit, hosted seven female leaders from Armenia, the Dominican Republic, the Kyrgyz Republic, Mexico, the Philippines, Tunisia and Zambia for the past week. The visit included trips to local high schools and the Dali Museum, and culminated with a Tuesday night discussion at the University of South Florida St. Petersburg.
USFSP Student Government hosted the event, while Tonya Elmore, President and CEO of the Tampa Bay Innovation Center, moderated the discussion titled “Hidden No More.” The panelists shared stories about their work and the global challenges for women in STEM fields. Read more at www.stpetecatalyst.com
