Brazil Advances Female STEM Participation with Multiple Events and Programs in October 2026

In October 2026, Brazil is spotlighting female participation and leadership in STEM through a series of educational programs and events aimed at young women and students.

The Universidade Veiga de Almeida (UVA) in Rio de Janeiro is offering a unique opportunity under its 'Que Chuva é Essa? Meninas Cientistas Ambientais Construindo Cidades Resilientes' project, part of the Futuras Cientistas program. Open to public school girls in the 2nd year of Ensino Médio, the initiative grants five free spots with a R$ 300 financial aid for a scientific immersion from January 4 to 29, 2027, on UVA’s Tijuca campus. Participants will engage in hands-on activities involving robotics, microbiological water analysis, 3D modeling, and environmental studies aimed at raising awareness about climate change and disaster prevention. Coordinator Viviane Japiassú emphasized the importance of such experiences to increase female representation in STEM and broaden career perspectives.

Meanwhile, the Parque de Inovação Tecnológica (PIT) is hosting 'Além das Estrelas — Ciência Delas' on October 28-29 as part of the 23rd National Week of Science and Technology. This event invites children and adolescents to workshops covering digital citizenship and AI entrepreneurship, featuring keynote scientists Duilia de Mello and Rebeca Gonçalves. Schools can register via Sympla to join these inspiring sessions.

In Guarulhos, the Semana do Conhecimento launched on October 19 centers on 'Ciência Delas'—highlighting women's roles in science and tech. A panel moderated by notable scientist Roseli de Deus and attended by local education leaders celebrates female achievements while encouraging young girls to pursue science careers. The event runs through October 23, including science fairs and discussions on women's entrepreneurship, open to the public with prior registration.

Further north, the Universidade de Pernambuco (UPE) organizes Semana Universitária Ingenia from October 21 to 23 in Recife, featuring free workshops on robotics, drones, and digital games at its Madalena campus. A key highlight is Expo POLI Mulher, encouraging young female students through mentorship by women professors. The event also integrates professional qualification initiatives and entrepreneurial fairs that contribute to women's empowerment in technology sectors.

These coordinated efforts across Brazil underline a national commitment to fostering young women's interest and leadership in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and related fields through immersive learning, mentorship, and public engagement activities.