Karolina Dubiel: Computer Scientist & Founder of Girls in Aerospace
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Take a break, we’re on Smoko! This week we are joined by Karolina Dubiel, the founder of Girls in Aerospace (GIA). Karolina's journey into the aerospace industry, fuelled by a childhood fascination with planes and fortified by an orientation flight at age 15, sets the stage for a discussion on empowerment, mentorship, and breaking barriers in STEM.
Karolina sheds light on GIA's mission to amplify girls' presence in aerospace through personalized mentorship and unwavering community support. With over 200 students already matched, GIA's mentorship program stands as a beacon of hope, guiding young girls towards fulfilling careers in aerospace from an early age.
Karolina candidly addresses the challenges she's encountered as a trailblazer in a predominantly male domain, emphasizing the critical role of representation in nurturing the ambitions of future female aerospace professionals. By championing inclusivity and offering invaluable resources, GIA paves the way for a more equitable future in STEM.
The episode explores GIA's endeavours, commercial space flight and the involvement of younger generations in rocketry programs. Underscoring the profound impact of initiatives like GIA in shaping the aerospace landscape.
Through her inspiring narrative and GIA's tireless efforts, Karolina illuminates a path towards a brighter, more inclusive future in aerospace and beyond.
Girls in Aerospace:
www.girlsinaerospace.org
www.instagram.com/girlsinaerospace
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