President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has shared a message recognizing the significant contributions of women in science and reaffirming the Maldives' commitment to gender equality in the field of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
In his message on the occasion of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, President Muizzu emphasized the pivotal role women and girls play in addressing global challenges, including climate change and sustainable development. He highlighted the government's ongoing efforts to increase the participation of women in STEM and ensure equal opportunities for their growth and success.
The President outlined several initiatives aimed at empowering women in science, including the provision of scholarships, student loan schemes, and first-degree grants to encourage enrollment in STEM programs. He noted that these efforts have helped the Maldives achieve the Sustainable Development Goal of closing the gender gap in access to education.
Further emphasizing the government's commitment, President Muizzu highlighted the establishment of vocational labs and career guidance programs to enhance industry-specific skills and provide greater educational and vocational opportunities for women and girls.
Looking ahead, President Muizzu reiterated the government's aspiration to transform the Maldives into a developed nation by 2040, with a target to increase the digital economy's contribution to 15 percent of the GDP. He stressed that women in science would play a pivotal role in achieving this vision.
"Diversity and inclusivity are the force that drives economic security and innovation," the President stated, reaffirming the government's dedication to fostering an environment where women can thrive in science and contribute to the nation's progress.
President Muizzu also shared a post on his official X account earlier today to mark the occasion, further underscoring his administration's commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls in science.
In his message on the occasion of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, President Muizzu emphasized the pivotal role women and girls play in addressing global challenges, including climate change and sustainable development. He highlighted the government's ongoing efforts to increase the participation of women in STEM and ensure equal opportunities for their growth and success.
The President outlined several initiatives aimed at empowering women in science, including the provision of scholarships, student loan schemes, and first-degree grants to encourage enrollment in STEM programs. He noted that these efforts have helped the Maldives achieve the Sustainable Development Goal of closing the gender gap in access to education.
Further emphasizing the government's commitment, President Muizzu highlighted the establishment of vocational labs and career guidance programs to enhance industry-specific skills and provide greater educational and vocational opportunities for women and girls.
Looking ahead, President Muizzu reiterated the government's aspiration to transform the Maldives into a developed nation by 2040, with a target to increase the digital economy's contribution to 15 percent of the GDP. He stressed that women in science would play a pivotal role in achieving this vision.
"Diversity and inclusivity are the force that drives economic security and innovation," the President stated, reaffirming the government's dedication to fostering an environment where women can thrive in science and contribute to the nation's progress.
President Muizzu also shared a post on his official X account earlier today to mark the occasion, further underscoring his administration's commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls in science.
