See it • Be it • STEM it initiative seeks to empower girls and young women to pursue their interest in STEM
In a world of rapidly evolving technology, there is an increasing demand for STEM graduates. They are the key to solving some of the planet’s biggest issues. There is a need for young minds in STEM to provide innovative solutions to our problems. To ensure we solve these problems, we need to tap into 100% of the population. See It Be It STEM It aims to do this by:
Identifying & Empowering Women in STEM
The See it • Be it • STEM it Calendar and Role Models identify incredible young women who have a STEM education, and highlights their stories to empower both current and future women in STEM.
Raise Awareness & Encourage Action with STEM Resources
With the help of our sponsors and supporters, we are committed to bringing awareness to programs, resources, and events that younger generations can learn from. By engaging girls at an early stage, the See it • Be it • STEM it initiative allows for further discovery in one's passion for STEM related field.
About Linda Hasenfratz
See it • Be it • STEM it founder, Linda Hasenfratz, is the Chief Executive Officer of Linamar Corporation, a diversified global manufacturing company. She earned both her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, and MBA, from Western University. Linda is involved in many initiatives that advocate for women in STEM, is the Co-Chair of the Canada-United States Council for Advancement of Women Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders, and the champion behind the pillar: Increasing Women in STEM Roles.
Our Impact from 2018-2023
Women in STEM Calendar
We have distributed 80,000 calendars in the past 5 years, & plan to do another 20,000 in 2024!
Host Networking Events
For networking and inspiring young women to enter the world of STEM.
Working with other STEM Organizations
We have partnered with organizations like Move the Dial, the Ontario Science Centre, & Canada Learning Code to reach girls across the country!
Growing Globally
We have grown our social media to over 1000 followers on Instagram, and hope to continue to grow to reach young women around the world.
