Celebrating women: Why these Indian-origin STEM trailblazers urge families to motivate girls in science

The low representation of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) remains a persistent challenge across the globe. Current data shows that only 16 per cent of Australians working in STEM fields are women. SBS Hindi spoke with three Indian-origin STEM trailblazers to understand the reasons behind women’s low participation, what needs to be done to address the gap, and why it is crucial for more women to enter these fields.