Women and girl’s day in science, Inés Rosas Islands and Mariana Ferreira de Melo participated
International Women and Girl Day in Science was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015 to begin to be held since 2016.
Its fundamental objective is to recognize the importance of the participation of girls and women in science and at the same time promote gender equity in the scientific, technological and innovation field.
“Promote, encourage, encourage and inspire the study of science and technology is essential to contribute to the personal and professional growth of girls, youth and women, and key to enriching the scientific and technological field with various creative and innovative talents and perspectives to face The current challenges and sustainable development ”considered the National Administration of Public Education in a statement issued on Tuesday, February 11.
Two girls from Cerro Largo, specifically the city of Melo, who graduated from Primary Education in 2024, participated in the contest called “Women in Science” promoted by the Pasteur Institute. In addition to presenting a drawing, those who wanted to be part of it had to attach a reflection.
It was so Inés Rosas Islands and Mariana Ferreira They gained the right to attend to witness the exhibition of works throughout the country.
“In the afternoon, winning drawings had a moment with scientists” told Elisa Rosas to The daily professional. “They could also travel the entire laboratory area that is really impressive. They could even play scientists ” highlighted. “Then they were given a book, some stickers in addition to sharing a lunch all together” Inés’ mother added that accompanied the two girls on her trip to the capital of the country last Tuesday.
Disseminating news of these characteristics, the parents of the small scientists seek to encourage and motivate other girls to participate in this type of competitions that allow entering into a little known world for those who live in the deep interior of the country.
It should be added that Inés and Mariana, who are friends, were until last year students of the School No. 92 of the city of Melo. This year they will begin secondary education.
