Empowering the Next Generation: Israeli Girls in STEM are Leading the Future - Friends of Israel Sci-Tech Schools

The future of Israel depends on the creativity, skills, and determination of its young people. Through the Metaktekot (“Girls in STEM”) program, that future is taking shape in classrooms and laboratories across the country.

In a recent Jerusalem Post opinion piece, Janice Weinman Shorenstein, President of Friends of Israel Sci-Tech Schools, shares how Metaktekot is opening doors for young women to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — fields where they have historically been underrepresented. By providing mentorship, hands-on experience, and encouragement, the program equips participants with the tools they need to succeed and contribute to Israel’s growth.

As Shorenstein explains, these students are not only gaining valuable skills, but also building the confidence to take on leadership roles in shaping Israel’s future.

Read the full article here: Empowering the next generation: Israeli girls in STEM are leading the future.

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