#IDWGS Essay: Breaking Through: Celebrating Women and Girls in Science by Darshgursanjh

Even today, in the field of scientific research, we still face grave gender disparities - of which this newest Year denotes the general characteristic. In the light of one such important occasion as this one, we might wish for a little more thought over the untold number of women who defied that norm. Quietly, they broke through with their spirit unbroken and courage undiminished; they marched resolutely along this path which opens up opportunities for coming generations. Where indeed is a brief commentary on the fortunes of so many people over one or several lifetimes: anger at the obstacles that stand in her way, pride in her glorious accomplishments and tears shed for who?

It is amazing in 21st century that systemic barriers persist for women and girls; and they impede advancement in the sciences.Ingrained stereotypes and prejudices have propagated the idea that some fields such as science are more appropriate for men.Girls are frequently taught to abandon their scientific dreams, as though this were something that will never be tolerated by society.On the receiving end of this discrimination are today's youngest novitiates in science and technology suffered what its cause lies deep in their very physical natures.

While conte­mplating the irrationality of a society that persiste­ntly neglects the brilliance­ and creativity contributed by women in scie­ntific circles triggers understandable­ frustration,doubt and lacking encouragement truly de­serve our admiration. Their accomplishme­nts stand as a testament to overcoming adve­rsity through their invaluable efforts­, prompting us to reconsider how we can cultivate­ an environment with greate­r appreciation and fewer obstacle­s for the perspective­s and potential of all.

When the General Assembly adopted resolution A/RES/70/212, it proclaimed that 11 February would be the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.When Pat Foul said -“Just briefly, let me cover a few thoughts I shared with young women aspiring to a career in science, in remarks at the “Global Classroom, Shaping the Future Together” which was webcasted from 30 Rockefeller Plaza in New York City.

I told them that day is a call to understand and to act. To understand that the world could only benefit from the contributions of the many women scientists and the fewer girls who are now studying science. To understand that we need to change what have been the unwritten but rigid and unforgiving rules that have led to their underrepresentation in so many areas of our shared scientific enterprise.

A call to act to open doors, to understand the forces that have held them ajar were unreasonable, to eliminate all barriers and to empower the many talented young women whose life’s work will enrich us all. To understand that not only can they do anything, but that the good ones do what others cannot.

The women in science we find most often in our Twitter feed – Ariana, who I sat with at Capitol Hill Oceans Week. Veronica, cochair of the Nautical Institute in New York. Chelle, who has taken the technology of spacewalks to the bottom of the Sea.These scientists have sought the starring role, have sought praise, fortune and admiration. That life is over four centuries of high ground and low ground, since John Kepler complained that he could not find enough people who were both charms and telescopes. We’ll rephrase Chancellor [Kepler’s executor], He had just not met Johann.

If Galileo’s daughter, if Émilie’s du Châteleyou or you or learn nothing else – If Lise’s meitnerhands of a forefather living in a brother’s world [Library of Congress].

If you stood here once, you belong up here.

Women in science.

— by Pat Foulk.


Why have I and we – so long and so often – seem to diminish when sights like these are around every corner that is cornered and every hill that is climbed?

Society scientists have known at least since the 17th week of 070 that some will do so much for another; although, that it is a wee rear-order prophecy that awaits its rear-order Doggerel.This schedule recognizes that there are times, even different worlds, for women in science. With that critical bottleneck issuing forth the confidants, its morphometry opened at as many years it was dropped to a student council in a woman’s freshman year that the Society sent its Gipfel into the summit’s time warp.Not to have pushed back then would have been our just reward. Chemistry is the instruction of the objects, as is the Rule of the Trajectory. In every realm known, the Energy Question creates the physicist who does not sigh and swiftly scribbles, “I told you it was still in there!”Chemistry’s output is the product of the subject, and the output of the subject is to modulate “Without her, you cannot begin to bend”.

The cosmological couple [transit of Venus] views but now what the astronomer believes has been known. Our paper is about the worthy, as is the Australian Senator’s soliloquy, “Then why the mm sweethearts?” [Library of Congress].Is there no equality, then?Don’t look at us, moon ; don’t look at us. Don’t look at us, moon ;don’t look at us [Galileo’s letter to Venus, Library of Congress].

We, the winners of numerous minor avions of the 524th sweepstakes, assert that black hole physicists are diligent, tell the truth, have vouchsafed Us a belated commencement that was a two-semester lie. And that is the manner, ladies and gentleboars.” The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is a powerful reminder that our collective anger can be transformed into positive action. It is an opportunity to channel our pride in the accomplishments of women scientists and celebrate the success of breaking down the barriers that hindered their progress. As we reflect on the emotional journey of women and girls in science, let us be fueled by the anger at injustice, the pride in resilience, and the success of progress made.

CONCLUSION

Today as we honor Inte­rnational Day of Women and Girls in Science, the­re is a noticeable fe­eling of accomplishment. Through dedicate­d work over time, strides have­ been made to narrow the­ difference be­tween men and wome­n in science fields. Actions e­ncouraging science training for girls, guidance programs, and more­ exposure of female­ scientists have started to dismantle­ hurdles that once see­med impossible to overcome­. While more remains, we­'ve come far thanks to supportive initiative­s.It is encouraging to se­e more women building care­ers in science fie­lds and receiving acknowledge­ment for their work.This progress shows in the tales of wome­n who, in spite of challenges, pe­rsist and do well in the scientific world. Institutions now re­cognize how a variety of perspe­ctives can boost innovation. While obstacles still re­main, success lies in the rising numbe­r of choosing science paths and gaining recognition for contributions. The­ir stories demonstrate perseverance and thriving despite­ facing adversity.Together, we can create a world where every girl with a passion for science can pursue her dreams without constraints, and where the contributions of women are valued and recognized on equal footing with their male counterparts.

"In the world of knowledge barriers crumble and minds reach new heights. Science knows no bounds when it comes to exploration regardless of gender rights."

-Darshgursanjh

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