Empowering women in the chemical industry
Kylie Wittl and Amelia Greene, co-founders of Women in Chemicals (WIC) met first as supplier and client but quickly connected over the gender gap they saw in the chemicals industry, the negative frame around chemicals, the need for more females in leadership positions, and the increased visibility to the women who were already in senior roles. They got to work and created WIC to give women a voice, resources, and improved opportunities in the industry. We'll talk about the ripple effect of their work and what being a woman in chemicals can mean.
Bringing Chemistry to Life · Kylie Wittle, Amelia Greene, Paolo Braiuca
Show Notes
We're diving into an important topic: the representation of women in STEM careers. Despite making up about 50% of the population, women hold only around 34% of STEM positions, with even fewer—approximately 25%—in the chemicals industry. Why is this the case, and what can be done to change it?
Kylie Wittle (Co-Founder & Operations Director of Women in Chemicals) and Amelia Greene (Co-Founder and Executive Director of Women in Chemicals), join us to explore this issue. Kylie and Amelia founded Women in Chemicals (WIC) to create opportunities and empower women in the chemicals industry. Initially driven by their personal experiences, over time, WIC has grown into a global resource supporting women and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within industry companies.
Join us as we explore the history of the chemicals industry, the current state of women's representation, and the ongoing efforts to ensure unbiased opportunities for women. Don't miss this insightful conversation!
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