Breaking Barriers: Creatively and Courageously in STEM Education

Explore a keynote that delves into the inspiring journey of greenlight for girls, an international organization dedicated to empowering young women in STEM fields. Learn how a simple email evolved into a global initiative, breaking barriers through creativity and courage. Discover the organization's mission to inspire girls of all backgrounds through interactive workshops and events led by industry role models. Gain insights from Jelena Lucin, an International Project Manager with a background in Molecular Biology, and Melissa Rancourt, the Founder of greenlight for girls and a passionate engineer and entrepreneur. Understand their approach to promoting STEM education, building a diverse talent pipeline, and encouraging young students to realize their potential. Examine the organization's growth, impact, and innovative methods for conducting hands-on science events across six continents. Uncover the speakers' personal stories, their motivations for addressing the gender gap in STEM fields, and their strategies for breaking barriers creatively and courageously.

Introduction
Melissas Story
Jelena Story
Where we are now
What we do
How we do it
How we break barriers
What do you want to be
The Plan
Creative Workshops