Empowering Women in Science and STEM

Third-party on-site course

Despite progress in education, gender disparities in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) persist due to societal norms, implicit biases, and structural barriers.

Last updated: 14.08.2025

Next upcoming session:

25.08.2025 - 29.08.2025

Multiple locations

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Description

This 5-day training empowers educators and school leaders to identify and challenge gender stereotypes, create inclusive learning environments, and promote STEM opportunities for all students.

Through interactive workshops, case studies, and expert discussions, participants will develop practical strategies to foster gender equality in STEM education. The course will also explore mentorship, role models, and policy implementation to encourage long-term change in schools and institutions.

��Ƶing objectives

By the end of this course, participants will enhance their skills in:

Understanding Gender Gaps – Recognizing systemic and cultural barriers in STEM education.
Challenging Stereotypes – Identifying biases in teaching methods and learning materials.
Inclusive Teaching Strategies – Designing and implementing gender-responsive STEM lesson plans.
Mentorship & Role Modeling – Creating support networks for underrepresented students.
Policy & Institutional Change – Developing school-wide strategies to foster gender equality in STEM.

Methodology & assessment

This course follows a practical and participatory approach, combining:

Interactive Lectures – Engaging presentations with real-world case studies.
Workshops & Hands-on Activities – Practical exercises to develop inclusive teaching strategies.
Group Discussions & Role-Playing – Encouraging self-reflection and collaborative learning.
Expert Panels & Guest Speakers – Real-life insights from professionals in STEM fields.
Action Planning – Developing strategies for implementing gender-inclusive STEM education.

By the end of the course, participants will leave with concrete tools, lesson plans, and action steps to promote gender equality in STEM at their institutions.

Materials, digital tools & other learning resources

Certification details

The course fee includes a certificate of attendance of 25 hours following the Erasmus+ standards.

Pricing, packages and other information

Price:

400

Euro
Course package content:

The course fee includes 5 day of training, training materials and certificates, learning agreements and Europass, pre-arrival and on-site assistance, and coffee corner. It is possible to request a budget for extra services like Accommodation, Airport transfers and cultural activities and trips.
Additional information:

Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
Cancellation & changes:

If the participant cancels the course more than 30 days before the course commences, all fees will be refunded.
If the participant cancels the course between 30 and 7 days before the course starts, they will be refunded in a form of a voucher to be used for the future courses delivered within 12 months.
The course is non-refundable If the participant cancels 7 days before the course start date but it is possible to postpone the dates.
Additional information:

The options and conditions for change and cancellation, and the policy in case of unforeseen circumstances (force majeure).

Additional information

Language:

English
Target audience ISCED:

Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)

Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)

Post-secondary non-tertiary education (ISCED 4)
Target audience type:

Teacher

Student Teacher

Head Teacher / Principal
��Ƶing time:

25 hours or more