March 2015

I Can Be An Astronaut Too

“I can be an astronaut too” by Priyanka Chatterjee “Careers in the sciences, such as space exploration and astrophysics, are male-dominated. There have been many scientific advances made by women in the past – however, young girls may not realize that they can want to be astronauts too. I wanted to inspire girls everywhere to pursue …

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Girls Do Science Too

  “I just think that inventing is for boys because they have Albert Einstein — he invented, he was a guy — and Benjamin Franklin also.” A powerful new video “Girls Do Science” by Microsoft’s DigiGirlz campaign aspires to show why girls are lacking in STEM fields. DigiGirlz gives high school girls the opportunity to learn about careers …

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International Women’s Day: 5 Pioneering Rocket Women You Should Know

The first International Women’s Day occurred in 1911 and today over 100 years later, the world is celebrating the achievements of women globally whilst supporting gender equality. To celebrate this year’s theme ‘Make It Happen’, here are the stories of 5 pioneering true Rocket Women that have made it happen, achieving their goals and overcoming …

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