The Digital Hub has teamed up with Teen-Turn to address what it describes as the"gender skill gap" within second level education.
The Higher Education Authority found that 86% of male students study practical subjects during senior cycle including engineering, building construction, design graphics and technology.Teen-Turn Plus aims to expand educational and career opportunities available to girls in Dublin 8. The initiative is open to Teen-Turn participants attending secondary school in Dublin 8 or whose home residence is nearby.
"Teen Turn Plus is aiming to expand the horizons of girls in second level education and increase equal participation in STEM subjects," she added.
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