Stereotypes Of Women In STEM

Women have always been underrepresented in workforces, among those workforces is STEM. STEM is the acronym for science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Less than twenty-five percent of Stem jobs are held by women. Most women with a STEM degree are less likely than males to work in the STEM occupations, they are more likely to turn to an occupation in either education or healthcare. The lack of compatibility of women in the STEM field is often due to gender stereotyping and lack of role models. Gender stereotyping has a huge influence on women in the STEM community. The stereotyping tends to degrade women which tends to lowers their confidence. With lowered confidence the jobs are harder to acquire because confidence is key. The standards for women have been set higher than most …show more content…
We are very impressionable and very ambitious. Our dreams are built on the inspiration of those out there making a difference. STEM unfortunately does not have many women who are acknowledged for their success. Although it is not about the recognition it is about success to show that it is possible no matter what stereotypes or society tells you. The importance of having a role model is to show the younger generations that it is possible, you just have to strive to be the best. Role models help you acquire the confidence along with the mindset that is needed in order for success.
Women in STEM workforces have not always been acknowledged or been encouraged by many. The stereotypical gender roles of women have got to go, society needs to encourage the thought of more women in STEM occupations. Along with the encouragement of society , there needs to be more women recognition and someone to encourage the younger generations to pursue their dreams. It’s the twenty-first century the future is open to all sorts of possibilities, so why not make one of those possibilities more women in the STEM force pursuing their