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How can I encourage more young women to enter the trades?

Added: 2 July 2010. Last updated: 2 July 2010.


Women and Manual Trades supports the STEMNET Ambassador Scheme. This programme provides a database of ‘ambassadors’ in Science, Technology, Maths, and Construction, who visit schools to speak about their chosen careers.

If you’re a tradeswoman keen to tell young people what’s great about your job, STEMNET can let you know if any schools and colleges in your area are looking for speakers. In order to be an ambassador, you would need to attend approximately 3-4 hours of training, and have a Criminal Records Bureau check.

For more information, take a look at the STEMNET website – www.stemnet.org.uk.