Women are creating, testing, teaching, and promoting technology worldwide, yet many of their contributions go unnoticed. The "INSPIRE HER FUTURE" initiative aims to highlight their work, encourage more women to share their experiences, and create a global collection of stories that reflect the diversity of the STEM community.
"Women are shaping the future of engineering and technology, often without visibility or recognition," says Andreea Teodorescu, Global Director of Product Marketing and Community at element14. "By sharing these stories, we are fostering representation, building connections, and helping the next generation find their place in STEM fields."
This initiative encourages women at all stages of their professional careers—from students to early-career engineers, creators, educators, and seasoned professionals—to share their journeys. Submissions can include career paths, projects, challenges, lessons learned, and advice for those entering the field.
The event focuses on women's voices and is open to everyone through nominations and the participation of allies. Community members, colleagues, mentors, and allies are encouraged to nominate women who inspire them through their leadership, creativity, curiosity, or influence. With their permission, selected individuals may be announced or invited to participate.
The selected proposals will be recognized in the categories of Students, Emerging Professionals, and Professionals/Teachers, and the most outstanding contributions will be published in the element14 community and awarded prizes. Submissions will be evaluated by a jury composed of community members, who will consider quality, originality, and impact. Subject to terms and conditions.
