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You may be already aware of this fact – girls tend to loseYou may be already aware of this fact girls tend to loseinterest in math and science during middle school. Why? Is itthe stigma of being a “smart” girl? Is it because thesesubjects seem too difficult? Not that long ago (1992 in fact),j g g ( ),Barbie introduced a new talking doll whose first words were,“Math is hard!” It may be difficult to conceive that influencersare all around us, and especially all around children, that plantp y pseeds in our head. Sometimes, these seeds deter us from apotential idea, project or even future. And, sometimes, wecan be the ones that plant ideas to accomplish the exactopposite – to encourage versus discourage.

On November 20th, we plan to do exactly this by creating ad i i d h f i ione-day interactive event to demonstrate the fun in science,

math, engineering and technology.

The future is full of possibilitiesgreenlight for girls

Greenlight for Girls is an International NGO and a social initiative with the mission to encourage young girls of all ages toconsider a future in math, science, engineering and technology by introducing them to the world of science in fun andexciting ways. The Board of Directors is a small group of professionals from science‐related fields, gender equality

h d l h l d d d f l d d l dresearchers and international teachers located in Europe, USA, India and Africa. Our volunteers are individuals andorganisations who wish to contribute their knowledge and time to this endeavour ‐‐ they are men and women from adiversity of backgrounds, nationalities and professions with the common wish to make a difference in a child’s future.Wouldn’t it be wonderful to think that one individual could have a positive impact on another – that there is a role model

h h ld i hild l ?out there that could convince even one child to want to learn?

MissionTo encourage girls of any age to consider math and science‐related careers by introducing them to the world of science inf d i ifun and exciting ways

Objectives To increase the number of women in math, science, engineering and technology occupations

T k f i l h h h d f f f i d hi h ill h To create a network of girls so that they meet one another and form future friendships that will encourage them toreach their potential

To create a link between girls and real “scientists” so they can explore dreams & possibilities for the future To provide an outlet for professionals, with particular emphasis on females in math, science and technology fields, to

k t th t th d t ib t t thi th i iwork together, meet one another and contribute to this worthy mission To booster self‐confidence of girls and women, especially those who may not have positive influences or economic

advantages

Vi iVisionWe envision a balanced world where girls from any nation and of any age know they have the possibility and choice to enterthe world of math, science, engineering and technology

greenlight for girlsThe future is full of possibilities

greenlight for girls

The future is full of possibilitiesgreenlight for girls

Explore the world of science – A one‐day event in BrusselsPartnering with the California‐based Expanding your Horizons, we will be creating a one‐day event to invite girls to learn about math, science,engineering and technology in fun and exciting ways from science professionals and role‐models.

Who will attendWho will attend 300 girls, ages 11 to 15 50 volunteers from diverse backgrounds to lead event and the hands‐on workshops

The workshops will be offered in French, Dutch and English.

The dayFrom 9am to 4pm, we will be holding hands‐on workshops and an experiment area with the support of international companies and local role‐models in science‐related professions. Workshops will include a range of fun learning with titles such as –

Genetics: Extract DNA from a Banana Botany: Herbal Remediesf y Forensics: Who did it? Environment, Antarctic Exploration Astronomy:Music using goblets Neuroscience: Optical Illusions Aviation: The Sky is NOT the limit Mathematics, Creative games with Math Architecture: Building your Dream Home Chemistry: Culinary Chemistry Geo caching: Augmented reality treasure hunt Anatomy: Shake hands with Mr Bones Geo‐caching: Augmented reality treasure hunt Anatomy: Shake hands with Mr. Bones Digital media: Explore new technologies Computer Programming: Make that robot move!

How we make this workIn order to realise this event, we will need the support of a variety of resources. Location: The International School of Brussels is opening their facilities for our science day. Event Volunteers: We have a project team of 8 professionals in Belgium. We will have 20‐30 volunteers, with multi‐lingual skills, to help us

on the day of the event. Workshop Volunteers: We will be working with 20 role‐models in science‐related fields to conduct hands‐on workshops in their field. Local Community: We are partnering with various groups to help encourage girls to register and attend this event.y p g g p p g g g Corporate Sponsors: We are looking for local organisations to provide their support both by participation and financially. Funds will cover

meals for the children & workshop materials – all designed to provide a free event for the children.

greenlight for girlsThe future is full of possibilities

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Join us on Saturday, 20 November 2010International School of Brussels9am to 4pm

Explore the fun world of science, math, engineering & technology

The future is full of possibilitiesgreenlight for girls

Thank you to our sponsors!Due to the generosity of these organisations, we are aiming to provide the greenlight for girls event for free to 300 girls. The day will include 3workshops, inspiring speakers, an experiment lab, lunch and possibly other goodies and surprises!

International School of BrusselsISB is providing their beautiful premises to the greenlight for girls event. Take a look at their virtual tour,www.isb.be/virtualtour.

Boston University BrusselsBU Brussels is providing financial funding that will contribute towards providing nourishment to theparticipants during this science day. To find out more about BU Brussels, www.bu.edu/brussels.

(A)WAY MagazineAWAY Magazine is helping to promote this event by offering a special article following the event. Keep a look

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