Women in amateur radio and STEM

| May 8, 2026

This year, International Women in Engineering Day takes place on 23 June.

It is a celebration of the amazing work of women engineers across the globe.

People who have an interest in amateur radio often work in careers related to Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).

STEM subjects can be an effective way for the RSGB to introduce amateur radio to new audiences and young people.

To mark the day, the Society is planning to share stories of how amateur radio has helped female engineers in their lives and careers.

The theme for International Women in Engineering Day 2026 is Engineering Intelligence and is an opportunity to recognise the women engineers who solve complex challenges and help to drive change.

  • Are you involved in a research project?
  • Perhaps you are designing something new or reworking a project to make it more accessible to others?
  • Maybe you’re part of a team that is analysing data to find a solution to a problem

Whatever your story, the Society would love to hear from you so we can help inspire future generations of girls and young women.

To share your story, please send a photo and a summary of what you have been doing to comms@rsgb.org.uk by 31 May 2026.

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