NATO encourages women and girls in science
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- 29 Sep 2022
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On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, discover the experiences of three passionate scientists in different stages of their careers, who have received support from the NATO Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Programme.
Celebrated every year on 11 February, this International Day was established in 2015 by the United Nations to promote equal access and participation of women and girls in science and technology. NATO encourages women’s participation in science as not only a matter of equality, but also as an investment in greater and more diverse ideas that can help shape the future of international security.
The following stories bring forward the experiences of three women scientists from both NATO and partner countries who are collaborating with NATO in the framework of the Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Programme. Speaking from different stages of their careers, they share their perspectives and experiences as women in science.
Dr Ikram Ghouili credits her supervisors - women scientists with extraordinary skills and strong values - for motivating her in her career. “I feel really fortunate to be surrounded by such women scientists who are incredible sources of inspiration and support,” she says.
Dr Ghouili holds a Ph.D. in Neuroscience and has nearly two years of experience as a university instructor and researcher. Read More...
