AUDIO-The Untold History of Women in Science and Technology | The White House

Share your own history.

As Secretary Sally Jewell demonstrates in her own words above, you don't have to be a Nobel Prize winner to inspire someone to pursue a career in science and technology. There are millions more untold stories of women who have broken down barriers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math — and accounting for the rich history of women's contributions in these fields is going to take all of us telling them. Maybe it's a former teacher. Maybe it's your grandmother. Maybe it's you.

Then, help make history.

When it comes to inspiring young women to pursue careers in STEM fields, research has already shown us what works: Providing early, hands-on experience and encouragement; sharing the stories of positive role models in these fields (like the women whose stories we share); and illustrating the broad impact of roles in these fields.

Tomorrow's Ada Lovelace, Grace Hopper, or team of ENIAC programmers could be waiting to be inspired to pursue a scientific career. What are you going to do to help make it happen? Make a commitment today. We'll share a sampling of your stories across White House channels to inspire others to step up in their communities.

http://www.whitehouse.gov/women-in-stem