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Meaning of STEMinism | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
/ˈstɛməˌnɪzəm/

Definitions

The movement to improve the representation of women in STEM fields, and to remove professional, academic, and social barriers to women's advancement.

neologism, uncountable

Examples

“"STEMinism" is necessary in order to overcome the current stereotype that boys are more suited for careers in hard sciences.”
“STEMinism places the onus on the individual student or scientist to succeed in STEM fields rather than interrogating and removing structural barriers to success.”
“STEMinism campaigns are growing up but if these campaigns are promoted by only women the engagement will be more difficult [17-18].”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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