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This concurrent resolution designates March 25, 2025, as Women and Girls in STEM Day in Delaware, highlighting the critical importance of supporting women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. The resolution notes that women are currently underrepresented in STEM jobs, comprising only 29% of STEM workers nationwide despite making up 48% of the overall workforce, and are particularly scarce in engineering and architecture, where they represent just 15% of workers. The document emphasizes that STEM jobs typically offer higher wages, with STEM workers earning two-thirds more than non-STEM employees, yet women in these fields still earn less than their male counterparts, with median earnings of $66,200 compared to $90,000 for men. The resolution aims to promote mentorship, increase role models, and celebrate women's contributions to STEM, recognizing that expanding the workforce to be more inclusive of women is essential for economic competitiveness and innovation. By establishing this day, Delaware seeks to encourage STEM education and literacy for women and girls, drawing inspiration from local role models like Jacqueline Means, who founded the Wilmington Urban STEM Initiative to empower girls in underprivileged communities.

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