And that’s a wrap on 2021’s Phase 1 of STEMing UP and GO!stem 2021 Check out the amazing highlights from both our programs this summer!  STEMing UP Phase 1  We are very happy to announce that Phase 1 of the STEMing UP had been nothing short of amazing.  We have had a total of 10 teams work towards solutions for 5 challenges that support a total of 3 businesses.  Program participants have learned about Business Planning and Start Up, Branding and Marketing, UX Design, AI, Quantum Computing and Dev Degree Program.  “My expectations were not just met but highly ex ..read more

Our GO!stem Program has been a success so far. The theme for this year was Exploring Careers in STEM. We were honoured to have speakers from various STEM industries, such as Cybersecurity, Mining, Planetary Science, Engineering, Technology, and Mathematics.   Check out the #GO!stem2021 Panels here Today is the last day of the program for this year and we are very excited to end the program with Women in IT panel hosted by our partners at Capgemini. About our amazing partners at Capgeminin participating in the GO!stem program: Capgemini is a global leader i ..read more

About our amazing partner, Rasika Nimkar:  Rasika Nimkar currently works as a Customer Success Manager at Procurify. Her goal is to make things easier for everyone and create smooth user experiences for all software users everywhere. Rasika graduated with a master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology. She worked at an electrolyte simulation software company for 7 years before making her entry in the world of technology. With her analytical approach, she has been able to build special relationships with customers. She has p ..read more

Why our amazing guest speaker at SOOP Strategies chose to participate in the GO!stem program: Sabrina Dias Founder and CEO, SOOP Strategies “When I started out, I don’t recall seeing other women of colour in mining doing science and engineering-based jobs, and so I had to work hard at picturing my future self as a leader in this industry. If I can help young women of colour see their future selves in me, then that first obstacle is moved out of the way. The GO!stem programme gives girls early mentorship – before selecting their high school electives and university paths, which is an ..read more

Why our amazing guest speaker at Alexio Corporation chose to participate in the GO!stem program: Anne Genge CIPP/C CHCSP CCSP Certified Privacy & Security Professional CEO, Alexio Corporation  “I love GO!stem. This program attracts and develops big brained impressive young women. I love the amazing ideas that get the chance to be cultivated as a result of hEr VOLUTION, and the dedication of partners and volunteers. I got involved with hEr VOLUTION a few years back. I was nominated for A hEr VOLUTION Canada top 150 Women in Stem award. When I went to the conference I was amazed by ..read more

Sky’s the Limit Youth Organization has a vision that every youth who needs a laptop, has one. Since our inception we have worked with our community partner organizations to empower youth with knowledge, skills, and the devices they need to succeed in the world. Working with hEr VOLUTION has always been important to STL. Supporting GO!stem and encouraging female youth, regardless of race or demographic, to explore STEM programming benefits everyone. Females need a safe and supportive environment to discover their true potential in the sciences, and we at STL are happy to be a part of hEr V ..read more

GO!stem Virtual Summer Program is a five day program that enables 13 to 17 years old girls with the opportunity to explore a variety of STEM careers and skill sets in a new and exciting way. The program will take place online and it will be available to girls 13 – 17 years old that reside in Ontario.  This year, the focus of the program is to explore various STEM careers and paths. Attendees will have a chance to hear from industry professionals and learn about a day in their life. There will be interactive activities for providing guidance and developing skill sets. This progra ..read more

Thank you to everyone who has applied for the #STEMingUP Program! All acceptance emails will be sent to everyone by the end of day today. If you receive an email with acceptance in the program, please review and respond by July 9, 2021. This year we have increased the number of participants by 45% and are very excited to have a large number of applicants from all across Ontario. Although we have had a large number of applicants to date, we are accepting applications for the waitlist and we encourage you to apply to get priority once we may have a spot available https://bit.ly/STEMingUPProgramA ..read more

Toronto, ON Canada – June 25, 2021: hEr VOLUTION’s STEMing UP students are the only Canadian team that competed in the MetroHacks’s EmpowHer2020/21 Hackathon. Each year students from the STEMing UP Program work on real business challenges which help them with professional portfolios and careers in the STEM fields. Mashal, Saharra, Tahiya & Yathusha, are the four students from the STEMing UP’s Python group, also known as the CareOnClick team to participate in the competition.  During the program last year the team had come up with a solution that supports healthcare professionals, Care ..read more

Here’s what you can look forward to with this year’s partners. Just a reminder that applications have been extended until June 30th, 2021.  If there are any questions that arise, please don’t hesitate to reach out:  Contact Us Ready to apply ..read more