International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Online Livestream
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
11 am–12 pm
Livestream
Audience: Grades 6–12
Cost: Free for school groups (advance registration required)
In recognition of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the Aga Khan Museum proudly presents a live, youth-focused program highlighting the essential role women and girls play in science, innovation, and community transformation. This year’s featured speaker, Dr. Eugenia Addy, is a scientist, educator, and leading voice in equitable STEM access across Canada.
Dr. Addy’s work aligns powerfully with the UNESCO-declared day, which aims to eliminate gender barriers in STEM and empower girls to pursue science with confidence, creativity, and purpose. Through her leadership at Visions of Science, she has transformed STEM education in over 40 communities, making her an inspiring figure for students exploring their own futures in science and technology.
The event will begin with a welcome and introduction, followed by an engaging presentation in which Dr. Addy shares her personal journey in STEM, key scientific concepts from her work, community initiatives, and insights on expanding equitable access to science education.
A moderated Q&A will give students the opportunity to ask questions about her career path, scientific thinking, and the importance of representation in STEM.
About the Speaker
Dr. Eugenia Addy
Schedule
10:30–11 am • Group Arrival and Orientation • Atrium
11–11:05 am • Land Acknowledgment and Program Introduction • Nanji Family Foundation Auditorium
11:05–11:45 am • Dr. Eugenia Addy Presentation • Nanji Family Foundation Auditorium
11:45 am–12 pm • Live Q&A • Nanji Family Foundation Auditorium
Curriculum Connections
Grade 6–8
Grade 9–12
Learning Outcomes
By participating in this program, students will:
- Recognize the global significance of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, and understand how gender equity enriches scientific discovery and innovation.
- Explore real-world STEM applications through the work and leadership of Dr. Addy, who connects scientific literacy with community empowerment.
- Understand the relationship between science, society, and representation, examining how community-based STEM initiatives contribute to social change.
- Develop awareness of diverse STEM careers, pathways, and educational opportunities — especially those relating to chemistry, research, and science communication.
- Strengthen critical thinking skills by engaging in discussion with a leading scientist and STEM advocate.
- Reflect on their own potential as change makers, identifying how curiosity, inquiry, and problem-solving can support inclusive futures within the sciences.
Why This Program Matters
- The International Day of Women and Girls in Science (UN, 2015) emphasizes the urgent need to remove gender barriers in STEM fields. This program supports that mission by presenting students with a visible, accomplished role model working at the intersections of science, community development, and innovation.
- Featuring Dr. Eugenia Addy, a scientist and social entrepreneur dedicated to equitable STEM access, offers students a unique opportunity to learn how science can be used to uplift communities and advance social equity.
- Representation matters. For many students — especially girls and racialized youth — this may be a rare opportunity to see themselves reflected in a scientific leader, helping to expand their confidence and sense of possibility.
- Hosted by the Aga Khan Museum, the program connects scientific thinking with cross-cultural learning, creativity, and global citizenship, inviting students to imagine bold and inclusive futures shaped through education, inquiry, and collaborative problem-solving.
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