Ealing’s University of West London marked International Day of Women and Girls in Science on Wednesday (11 February 2026) by highlighting the impact of its Women in STEM initiative, a programme credited with driving cultural change across its Ealing campus.
WInSTEM, based in the School of Computing and Engineering, was founded in 2022 and is chaired by Professor Anastasia Sofroniou. In four years it has delivered more than 85 activities, including school workshops, public lectures and community outreach projects, working with organisations such as BCS, Code First Girls and Mums in Science.
The initiative has also supported students through mentoring, robotics competitions and national STEM campaigns, while promoting visibility through events linked to International Women’s Day, Ada Lovelace Day and Black History Month.
Recent enrolment data shows a steady rise in female participation across computing and engineering courses, alongside an increase in female academic staff.
Professor Phil Cox, Dean of the School of Computing and Engineering, said: “WInSTEM exemplifies how purposeful outreach, representation and community engagement can drive meaningful cultural change and broaden participation in STEM.”
Professor Sofroniou added: “Visible, authentic role models are essential in helping young people shape their futures.”
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