Steminism

//ˈstɛməˌnɪzəm// noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The movement to improve the representation of women in STEM fields, and to remove professional, academic, and social barriers to women's advancement. neologism, uncountable

    ""STEMinism" is necessary in order to overcome the current stereotype that boys are more suited for careers in hard sciences."

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""STEMinism" is necessary in order to overcome the current stereotype that boys are more suited for careers in hard sciences."

Etymology

Blend of STEM + feminism.

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