functioning with a social mission
We’re proud to work toward a social mission that’s at the root of our DNA as a business – supporting women and girls in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). Keep reading for updates on partnerships we’ve developed to effectively increase women’s opportunities in STEM.
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As a team of scientists, developers, engineers, and generally people who nerd out over all things data-driven, we at function feel strongly about encouraging others to find their path in STEM. STEM = science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and it’s a key part of function’s DNA. In general, women and girls are underrepresented in these fields and our social mission is to support and provide opportunities for them in this space.
Luc Montagnier said it best: "Curiosity is really the main moving force in research. You are obliged to continue all the time... Research is hard work but it also requires imagination and originality." In addition, it is important as women in science that we work together to share our scientific knowledge.
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Girlstart is an organization with a mission near and dear to our hearts – educating, exposing, and exciting young girls about STEM. ✨ They’re big on piquing girls' interests in the field at a young age, giving them better access to higher education, and providing hands-on experiences in the STEM space. And we are all about that. So starting in 2020, we teamed up with Girlstart to join efforts in making STEM career paths more accessible to girls and women.
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This is just the beginning. We'll be collaborating with Girlstart over the next few years to continue increasing interest in STEM electives, majors, and careers, and uplifting girls in this space. Our goal is to eventually work our way up to even bigger initiatives...but we'll keep those up our lab coat sleeves until the time is right!
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Right here for more info + updates as we move forward with this mission we’re so passionate about and honored to work with Girlstart on.
Function of Beauty is doing more than changing the face of beauty. Their support of Girlstart will help to provide girls with the opportunity to be brave, creative, and curious this summer as they learn about different STEM careers, engage with role models, and experience hands-on education Together, we have a chance to change young girls' perspectives of what it means to be a woman in STEM. 24% of the science, technology, engineering, and math workforce are women, and only 5% are women of color. Function of Beauty truly understands the importance of equity and value of a diverse workforce. Girlstart is excited for the opportunity to showcase that STEM is everywhere, especially in the beauty industry.
NASA recently announced that one of my good childhood friends is going to be a flight director for manned lunar missions. She's worked extremely hard to go from cornfields to coordinating one of the world’s most complex technological endeavors ever undertaken. That's why I'm such a strong proponent of programs like Girlstart. It will never be easy to do what these women are doing – but that's what makes it so awesome. I want my daughters to share that drive and passion for STEM.