Dr Chioma Onoshakpor c.onoshakpor1@rgu.ac.uk
Lecturer
Dr Chioma Onoshakpor c.onoshakpor1@rgu.ac.uk
Lecturer
Dr Judith Abolle-Okoyeagu j.abolle-okoyeagu@rgu.ac.uk
Principal Lecturer
Dr Ojotule Onoja t.onoja@rgu.ac.uk
Lecturer
Christie Etukudor
This study confirms that several factors such as societal perceptions of gender roles, geographical region, influence from family, parents' level of education and significantly influences female's participation in STEM careers within the Nigeria context. Additionally, the paper examines potential strategies and interventions to address these challenges and promote gender equity and inclusivity in STEM fields. This study's findings underscore the importance of targeted initiatives at multiple levels at both local and national levels – to foster a supportive environment for female's participation and advancement in STEM disciplines in Nigeria. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on gender diversity in STEM and offers valuable insights for policymakers, educators, employers, and advocates working towards gender equality in science and technology disciplines in Nigeria and beyond.
ONOSHAKPOR, C.M, ABOLLE-OKOYEAGU, C.J., ONOJA, O. and ETUKUDOR, C. 2024. Factors shaping female representation in STEM career in Nigeria. African journal of economics, politics and social studies [online], 3(1), pages 19-27. Available from: https://doi.org/10.15804/ajepss.2024.1.02
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Dec 17, 2024 |
Online Publication Date | Dec 31, 2024 |
Publication Date | Dec 31, 2024 |
Deposit Date | Dec 18, 2024 |
Publicly Available Date | Jan 27, 2025 |
Journal | African journal of economics, politics and social studies |
Electronic ISSN | 2956-2686 |
Publisher | Wydawnictwo Adam Marszałek |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 3 |
Issue | 1 |
Pages | 19-27 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.15804/ajepss.2024.1.02 |
Keywords | STEM; Gender; Education; STEM in Nigeria; STEM in sub-Sahara Africa; Female representation |
Public URL | https://rgu-repository.worktribe.com/output/2625539 |
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