ASEAN Women in STEM Initiative Expands Across Member States

A regional initiative will expand scholarships, mentorships, and research placements for women in science and engineering. The programme targets the persistent gap in senior academic and industry roles.

Universities commit to transparent hiring and promotion data, while companies pledge paid internships and return-to-work pathways. Organisers frame the effort around SDG 5 gender equality and SDG 4 quality education, with annual progress reporting.

• Scholarships for 1,200 women announced
• Mentorship pairs across five countries
• Hiring and promotion data published