Originally Posted by nicoledad
I think by "overly encouraged" turns into telling girls what they should do. If I tried to encourage by daughter into a STEM career it will have the opposite effect. Sometimes saying nothing is better

There is a difference between issuing a directive and providing information and support to bridge a culturally-derived gap.

Maybe you can help me understand if what you're experiencing is an anomaly. Where you are located, are STEM-streamed programs and extra-curricular activities requiring girls to pledge to matriculate in a STEM field to participate? Are there financial penalties associated with not pursuing STEM specific to females?

What is to give light must endure burning.