On December 5, 2024, UNESCO conducted a joint monitoring mission in #Romania, together with Huawei Technologies, hosted by the Hermann Oberth German International School, to review progress and agree on next steps for the "Gender and STEM Education in Romania" (GENSTEMED) project. 

This project, implemented by DLI, AFIST, and the Hermann Oberth German International School, is part of the broader UNESCO project, Revitalizing STEM Education to Equip the Next Generation with STEM Competency, funded by Huawei Technologies. The National Commission of Romania for UNESCO and key partners expressed their appreciation for this UNESCO initiative, highlighting the importance of this collaboration. The project team engaged with stakeholders to gather valuable feedback and explore ways to enhance the project's future impact. 

Key Highlights:

• Progress Review: Initial research findings and project progress were presented, paving the way for inspiring showcase event.
• STEM in Action: Experiments and other hands-on activities were showcased in Robotics, Physics, Chemistry, and Informatics classes at the school.
• Feedback & Insights: Students shared inspiring conversations on pursuing STEM careers.

By understanding the factors influencing girls' and women's choices to pursue STEM studies and careers, we're shaping a future that's more equitable, diverse, and innovative.

Link: project page UNESCO