Women in STEM: We Rise, We Resist, We Persist

The removal of NASA’s Women in STEM page is a stark reminder that progress is never guaranteed. But if history has taught us anything, it’s that women in STEM are unstoppable. We will not be erased. We will not be silenced. And we certainly will not go down without a fight.

In response to this blatant attempt to diminish the visibility of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, a powerful movement has emerged. A new website, [WomenInSTEM.us](http://www.womeninstem.us/), has been launched to celebrate, uplift, and recognize the brilliant minds who have shaped our world. We stand in solidarity with this effort—cheering them on, amplifying their voices, and making it clear that women and girls belong in STEM, now and always.

A Legacy of Innovation and Impact

Women have been pioneers in STEM fields for centuries, despite facing systemic barriers. Their contributions have shaped the world as we know it:

• Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson – These brilliant Black women mathematicians at NASA, known as "Hidden Figures," played critical roles in launching John Glenn into orbit and ensuring the success of the Apollo missions. [NASA]
• Rosalind Franklin – Her groundbreaking work in X-ray crystallography was essential in discovering the double-helix structure of DNA, though credit was historically misattributed to Watson and Crick. [Nature]
• Dr. Gladys West – A mathematician whose calculations laid the foundation for the development of GPS technology, now integral to everyday life. [The Guardian]
• Ada Lovelace – The world’s first computer programmer, envisioning the potential of algorithms long before modern computers existed. [BBC Science Focus]

The Power of Representation

When young girls see women in STEM, they see what’s possible for their own futures. Studies have shown that representation matters:

• Girls who have female role models in STEM are more likely to pursue careers in these fields. [American Association of University Women]
• Diverse teams in STEM lead to more innovative solutions and higher profitability in industries like technology and engineering. [Harvard Business Review]
• Women’s contributions drive progress—from climate science to medical breakthroughs, gender diversity in STEM improves outcomes for all. [UNESCO]

We Will Not Be Written Out of History

The removal of NASA’s Women in STEM page is not just about a webpage—it’s about visibility, history, and recognition. It’s about ensuring that young girls know they have a place in these fields.

We are here to say: We see you. We celebrate you. We fight alongside you.

Visit WomenInSTEM.us and share their mission far and wide. Because women belong in every lab, every engineering firm, every research center, every space agency—everywhere. And we will not let anyone tell us otherwise.

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