1. Igniting the Spark: Girls in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Gloria L. Blackwell Vice President of Fellowships, Grants, and Global Programs

2. 2 American Association of University Women is the national and international membership organization that promotes, protects, and defends equity and education for women and girls. Since 1881, we have empowered women to be informed and to lead – to make a difference for themselves, their families, their professions, and for all of our communities. Advocacy AAUW is on the ground keeping progress on track for policies that improve access to STEM education for women and girls Education 11,500 girls participate in AAUW’s local and national STEM programs Through these programs, we’re fostering the next generation of women leaders and STEM- career stand-outs Fellowships 40% of an average $4M a year is awarded to women pursuing STEM graduates studies, AAUW is among the world’s largest funders of women’s educational advancement Research — Moving the Needle, Computer Science and Engineering focus --Why So Few? Women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics AAUW’s STEM Playbook

3. Why STEM? Job Growth Lack of Gender and Ethnic Diversity Wage Gap

4. Financial Literacy…Equal Pay Teaching College Women Salary Negotiation: $tart $mart Workshops Campus Action Projects, Sponsored by Pantene

5. Research

8. A one day conference for 6-9 th grade girls…and their families!

9. Hands on activities that make STEM fun

10. Savvy skills to build confidence

14. Girls are nominated by their teachers to attend

15. College Experience

16. Role Models

17. Field Trips

18. Tech Trek Works! Girls learn about STEM careers that align with their passions and help them solve big problems STEM Majors and Careers

19. Corporate Partnerships are Key

21. Inspire a Girl today! www.aauw.org