Accelerating action for women and girls in science: what must change?

Abstract

Despite representing only around a third of scientists worldwide, women and girls hold the key to unlocking new levels of creativity, innovation and economic growth. Experts at a G20 side event, co-hosted by the HSRC and UNESCO, underscored the urgent need for inclusive science, technology, engineering and mathematics policies, supportive family and community structures, and dedicated funding to foster equal participation and to ensure that women everywhere can help shape the future of science.