Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST)

Purpose

This 46-month project will address organizational capacity needs to allow the organization to continue promoting social and systemic change towards gender equality. Organizational capacity will be enhanced through the following activities: development of a 5-year strategic plan that addresses administrative processes; development of an HR management and board governance structure to incorporate diverse groups; and increased financial sustainability. The additional funds will help the organization to empower high school and young women, include indigenous youth and communities, inspire and advance women’s careers and leadership opportunities, connect the racialized and immigrant women in STEM and sustain SCWIST operational capacity and financial sustainability.