#GirlPowerinTech: ILO-organized forum proves that #WomenCanDoIT

Women face a lot of challenges in the workplace, more so if that woman is in the field of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (or STEM).  Traditionally, STEM sectors are dominated by men but through the years, and with the advancement of technology, it is now ripe for women to be part of it not only as employees but as decision-makers, as well. 

This will be proven by the International Labour Organization (ILO) as it organizes a forum which will gather four women leaders along with a number of relevant public and private stakeholders in STEM sectors.  The forum, a few days before the International Women's Month, also marks the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in STEM.  It is organized by the ILO Women in STEM Workforce Readiness and Development Programme with the support of J.P. Morgan and in cooperation with the Embassy of the United States in the Philippines and American Spaces-Philippines. 

Sharp Calulators Launches Search for the Ten Outstanding YoungMathematicians

We have to admit that the country is not that science or math savvy, but come to think of it Math is the foundation of almost everything that we have today. From construction to art, music, economics, media, technology and even the internet.

With a booming economy and rising population, it is the crucial times to invest in educating the youth with all the mathematical knowledge and uplift the quality of learning in the Philippines. Let us take a look of some facts that would greatly concern or need to be competitive in math.