What’ s Next 2024
16 Days of Activism,
A Lifetime of Change
The What’s Next campaign focuses on systems change in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) . On November 25th we mark the global campaign for 16 days of activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and call on action to #LeadtheChange for Safe STEM, emphasizing a shift in workplace cultures and policies focused on prevention.
Influential Leaders & Advocates
For those who understand the ongoing fight for human rights, many of us are asking – What’s Next? With STEM set to lead future job growth, it’s our responsibility to ensure workplaces are safe and equitable. This year, SCWIST is proud to share our #LeadtheChange for Safe STEM campaign, including a powerful series of videos with influential leaders and advocates —Eva Wong, Dr. Imogen Coe, Dr. Maydianne Andrade, Savanna Hamilton, and more.
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FEATURED VIDEOS
Follow us on YouTube for interviews premiering from Nov 25-Dec 10.
“Does it make you uncomfortable? When I put a black light on a woman’s ambition, observe how her want to change the world becomes the task of surviving it in the first place”— Spoken Word Poem by Desiree McKenzie
“GBV is an insidious, pervasive issue in all aspects of Canadian society”—Dr. Imogen Coe, acclaimed biochemist, professor, and scholar-activist.
“A safe environment has helped me overcome self-doubt, by enabling me to take risks and supporting me to succeed” —Eva Wong, co-founder and COO of Borrowell, one of Toronto’s fastest-growing fintech startups.
“When you have a safe space, new perspectives can flourish, new ideas can flourish and that’s how you make a change”—Savanna Hamilton, Sportsline reporter with the Toronto Raptors.
“I’m not scared of the spiders, I can predict what the spiders are going to do, I can’t predict what people are going to do. “—Dr. Maydianne Andrade, renowned expert in behavioral ecology and equity in academia.
“Amidst the 4th and 5th industrial revolutions, systemic barriers in STEM shouldn’t stand between us achieving only a fraction of our economic growth.”—Dr. Melanie Ratnam, Interim CEO of Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST).
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STEM Leaders & Talent
For STEM Leaders & Talent in Canada and around the world who watched this video and felt compelled, please connect with us. The work that lies ahead is increasingly important in a world where the number of STEM jobs will rise. Join us in 2025 as we address the spectrum of GBV in STEM.
Industry Partners
For STEM companies that would like to partner with us for policy reviews and customized workshops please connect with us.
Global Champions
For STEM advocacy organizations around the world, download the What’s Next promotional toolkit to amplify your unique initiatives and work.