Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)
Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) traces its origins to 1823, beginning as the Liverpool Mechanics’ Institute. Over time, it evolved through a series of educational institutions before gaining university status […]
Measuring Progress Event 2025 – what did we learn?
As you can see, we learnt a lot and progress is happening—but it requires commitment, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re a small organisation or a global corporation, the lessons shared […]
Catch up with the WISE Conference on-demand
Over 160 people attended the WISE Conference on 30 September, to learn more about how they and their organisations can accelerate the pace of change for women in STEM. Some of the key talks are now available to watch on IET.tv.
Let’s talk menopause – creating inclusive workplaces for women
Let’s talk menopause – creating inclusive workplaces for women Globally, by 2030, 1.2 billion women are projected to be menopausal or postmenopausal – yet many organisations still don’t have the […]
Edge Hill University
As the first non-denominational teacher training college for women, Edge Hill was founded as an institution which broke traditional barriers for women and promoting women’s rights. Our university colours and graduation […]
GCSE results day
GCSE results 2025 Key headlines Total number of GCSEs sat dropped by 0.4%, with STEM subjects seeing a larger drop of 0.6% overall. However, grades have remained stable in […]
A level results show steady but slight progress
This year’s A level results continue to show a positive trend although progress is slow with many core-STEM subjects lagging behind on female participation.
How to be the best ally to women in STEM
Using whatever influence or power you have to ensure that everyone has their voice heard is essential, says WISE Award STEM Ally winner Paul Williams of Bloomberg, who will be joining the WISE Conference 2025 speaker programme.
Changing attitudes and refocusing for gender parity
Professor Dame Athene Donald will be giving the keynote address at the WISE Conference 2025. She spoke to us about refocussing wider participation initiatives to achieve gender parity without lowering admission criteria.
Workforce data – December 2024
Workforce data – December 2024 The latest statistics for women in STEM roles are promising with increased representation in most areas. As of December 2024, women make up 27.6% of […]