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The Role of Mentoring on the Retention of Women From Diverse Backgrounds in STEM

The Role of Mentoring on the Retention of Women From Diverse Backgrounds in STEM

Patricia Denise J. Lopez, Anna Duran
Copyright: © 2021 |Pages: 40
ISBN13: 9781799847458|ISBN10: 1799847454|ISBN13 Softcover: 9781799854920|EISBN13: 9781799847465
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-4745-8.ch010
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Lopez, Patricia Denise J., and Anna Duran. "The Role of Mentoring on the Retention of Women From Diverse Backgrounds in STEM." Implementation Strategies for Improving Diversity in Organizations, edited by Claretha Hughes, IGI Global, 2021, pp. 271-310. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-4745-8.ch010

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Lopez, P. D. & Duran, A. (2021). The Role of Mentoring on the Retention of Women From Diverse Backgrounds in STEM. In C. Hughes (Ed.), Implementation Strategies for Improving Diversity in Organizations (pp. 271-310). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-4745-8.ch010

Chicago

Lopez, Patricia Denise J., and Anna Duran. "The Role of Mentoring on the Retention of Women From Diverse Backgrounds in STEM." In Implementation Strategies for Improving Diversity in Organizations, edited by Claretha Hughes, 271-310. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2021. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-4745-8.ch010

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Abstract

Women continue to be underrepresented in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. This is concerning because STEM is a key driver of innovation and global competitiveness. STEM jobs in the United States are growing at a faster rate than other occupations, but there remains a shortage of qualified applicants. Women from diverse racial and ethnic groups represent an underutilized resource. However, they face multiple challenges as they enter the field, develop a STEM identity, progress in their education, and pursue and persist in STEM occupations. This chapter summarizes the key reasons for why there continues to be an underrepresentation of women (especially women of color) within STEM. It then discusses the role and impact of mentoring as well as the competencies required for effective mentoring. Finally, it presents recommendations for advancing mentorship efforts for women from diverse backgrounds within STEM.

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