IGNITE Worldwide is the answer to achieving gender equity in STEM.
WHY SUPPORT IGNITE WORLDWIDE?
STEM fields are among the fastest growing careers in the world, but women are being left behind.

Only 13%
of engineers are women

Only 25%
of people in computing are women
OUR VISION
We envision a world where every girl* has IGNITE Worldwide at their school. All girls* deserve equal access to STEM education during their school day, so they are aware of STEM opportunities and have the social and cultural capital to secure and thrive in a STEM career. IGNITE Worldwide promotes economic equality and workforce development by cultivating a diverse pipeline of talent and supporting a sustainable future for IGNITE Students and their families.
OUR MISSION
IGNITE Worldwide is the answer to achieving gender equity in STEM. IGNITE works directly with educators to connect girls* with STEM opportunities during the school day. Our award-winning Program offers a variety of interactive events featuring STEM professionals** who represent IGNITE Students’ diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
*We serve girls, young women, nonbinary, transgender, agender, and genderqueer students.
**We encourage women, nonbinary, transgender, agender, and genderqueer volunteers.


How does IGNITE Worldwide work?

LAUNCH IGNITE AT a SCHOOL

INSPIRE GIRLS TO PURSUE STEM







Our Impact
9 of 10
girls served by IGNITE attend Title 1 schools, where 40% or more of the students are eligible for free or reduced lunch.

Improving the gender balance
IGNITE provides teachers with the tools they need to attract and retain girls and nonbinary students in STEM classes. See the comparison of female enrollment in computer science and engineering courses before and after IGNITE.

Before IGNITE

After IGNITE
Data based on a 2013-2017 study conducted in Seattle Public Schools.
It was inspiring to see so many diverse, successful women.
8th Grade IGNITE Student
I enjoyed every single moment. Each of their stories about struggles and getting through them has inspired me!
IGNITE Student
Hearing the ladies talk about themselves and how they ended up here made me think, that could be me.Â
11th Grade IGNITE Student
I learned that everyone can find some kind of career in technology that would line up with their interests. It was very helpful. Now I know what classes to take.
9th Grade IGNITE Student
I enjoyed hearing the experiences and advice from the panelists, especially because they all have such different jobs within STEM. This has inspired me to try new things that I’ve never considered before.
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12th Grade IGNITE Student
It was very interesting and opened my eyes up to my choices of careers and the opportunities that there are.
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IGNITE Student
Awards, Recognition, and Media
2020
World Affairs Council “Community Spotlight Series” feature on IGNITE Worldwide’s international chapters
2020
Freeman Means Business “Wonder Women in Business” Blogcast featuring IGNITE Worldwide’s Founder
2018
Women in Tech Regatta Panel, “Take Your Seat at the Table: Building Credibility”, moderated by IGNITE Worldwide’s Founder