{"id":3764,"date":"2024-03-19T10:00:58","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T14:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/csicomp.wpengine.com\/?p=3764"},"modified":"2025-06-24T15:09:01","modified_gmt":"2025-06-24T19:09:01","slug":"empowering-women-in-stem","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/empowering-women-in-stem\/","title":{"rendered":"Empowering Women in STEM"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3764\" class=\"elementor elementor-3764\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-18a11e6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"18a11e6\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-af3f39f\" data-id=\"af3f39f\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bb57543 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bb57543\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Empowering Women in STEM<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fdfffb3 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"fdfffb3\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-fca346a\" data-id=\"fca346a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-51149f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"51149f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"432\" src=\"https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Empowering-Women-in-STEM-Blog-768x432.png\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large wp-image-3765\" alt=\"Empowering Women in STEM\" srcset=\"https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Empowering-Women-in-STEM-Blog-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Empowering-Women-in-STEM-Blog-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Empowering-Women-in-STEM-Blog-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Empowering-Women-in-STEM-Blog-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Empowering-Women-in-STEM-Blog.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d5c11ec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d5c11ec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Empowering women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) goes beyond achieving gender equality; it is about leveraging the untapped potential of talented individuals to drive innovation and progress. By encouraging more women to pursue careers in STEM, it not only creates a more inclusive environment but also enhance the diversity of perspectives and ideas that lead to breakthrough advancements.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Importance of Representation<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The importance of representation is one of the primary factors compelling the empowerment of women in STEM. When young girls see women in these fields, it can inspire them to pursue their own interests in science and technology. It also helps to break down stereotypes and show that women are just as capable as men in these fields. Women only make up <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aauw.org\/resources\/research\/the-stem-gap\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">34% of the STEM workforce<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, but by increasing the visibility of these females, we can encourage more girls to pursue STEM careers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Early Engagement<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Encouraging young girls to be invested in science and math curriculum in school is crucial to empowering the next generation of females in STEM. By engaging in STEM classes throughout K-12 grade, encouraging advanced classes, and exposure to computer science and coding, girls can break barriers and excel in school. It is also important to provide resources and support through initiatives such as after-school programs, summer camps, and workshops that focus on STEM subjects.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Networking<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Speaking to women in STEM provides a support system and guidance for other girls and women who may face unique challenges in male-dominated fields. Networking, or even mentoring, opportunities create a sense of community and connection among women in STEM, which can be invaluable for career advancement. CSI Companies&#8217; Chief Information Officer, Melissa Fulmore-Hardwick, stands as a role model for many young women being a woman of color in a STEM leadership position.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Recently, Fulmore-Hardwick participated in a fireside chat and networking event <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/posts\/csi-companies_our-very-own-cio-melissa-fulmore-hardwick-activity-7171173858794762241-oMV-?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">&#8220;EmpowerHer in STEM&#8221;<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> sponsored by VyStar Credit Union and CSI Companies. Both company&#8217;s CIOs are women and each shared valuable insights and life lessons to the room filled with women pursuing degrees and careers in STEM.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fulmore-Hardwick provided a lot of advice on using your communication skills to move IT forward, being authentic and asking for what you want, and ultimately, dreaming big.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-845612a elementor-blockquote--skin-clean elementor-widget elementor-widget-blockquote\" data-id=\"845612a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"blockquote.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<blockquote class=\"elementor-blockquote\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-blockquote__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\"I preach to young girls in STEM, that if I did it, certainly you can too.\"\u00a0\u00a0\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-q-footer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<cite class=\"elementor-blockquote__author\">Melissa Fulmore-Hardwick, CSI Companies' Chief Information Officer\u00a0\u00a0<\/cite>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/blockquote>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8bb5a72 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8bb5a72\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Higher Education Opportunities<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beyond K-12, opportunities involving college coursework and STEM workforce experiences are vital to empower young girls to pursue many STEM careers. Having accessible curriculum and internships can inspire women to continue in STEM, knowing there is a path forward for them.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/csi-connect\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">CSI Connect<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Internship Program exposes students from underserved Jacksonville communities to technology careers, professional training, and hand-on experience in the IT industry. CSI Connect empowers women in STEM through its mission to increase minority representation within the field of technology and the opportunity for students to learn from CSI Companies&#8217; CIO, Melissa Fulmore-Hardwick.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you or a student you know would like to apply for the CSI Connect internship, please<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/csicompanies.com\/csi-connect-application\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">apply here.\u00a0<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Empowering women in STEM is not only important for gender equality, but it also benefits the fields of science and technology. By breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for women, we can foster innovation and diversity in these fields. It is up to all of us to support and empower women in STEM and create a more inclusive and equal future for all.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:-20,&quot;335559737&quot;:-20,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Empowering Women in STEM Empowering women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) goes beyond achieving gender equality; it is about leveraging the untapped potential of talented individuals to drive innovation and progress. 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