Egis has partnered with Race in STEM to host a co-design event at Google, bringing together 12 students aged 15-16 to help develop a STEM Ambassador Toolkit. The initiative aims to break stereotypes, introduce STEM careers in an engaging way and highlight the role of sustainability in engineering.
The event was held during British Science Week, a nationwide celebration of science and innovation, reinforcing the importance of early engagement in STEM education. Dana Mudawi and Thomas Foster, STEM ambassadors from Egis, facilitated discussions with students to capture their perspectives, ensuring the final toolkit reflects their real-world experiences and challenges.
Addressing the diversity gap in STEM
Despite the vital role STEM industries play in solving global challenges, they still lack diversity. Women account for just 25% of the UK’s STEM workforce and representation remains low among ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals and people with disabilities. The UK is also experiencing a major engineering skills shortage, with one in five engineers set to retire in the next five years. Without intervention, these challenges will continue to impact economic growth and innovation.
Encouraging the next generation
One of the most effective ways to address these issues is through early engagement with students, making STEM careers more accessible and relevant. As part of the STEM Ambassador Programme, Egis employees volunteer their time to visit schools, introduce students to careers in science and engineering and help broaden the talent pipeline.
By supporting initiatives like this, Egis is contributing to a more diverse, inclusive and future-ready workforce.
