Women's application in underrepresented subjects
Celebrating Women and Girls in Science at WIUT
On February 21, Westminster International University in Tashkent hosted "Science sHeroes: Inspiring Talks", a special event in honour of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The event brought together students, faculty, and distinguished guests to highlight the pivotal contributions of women in STEM.
The programme featured presentations from six talented participants representing various educational institutions, each sharing innovative research across diverse scientific disciplines.
We were also privileged to welcome Dr. Shakhlo Turdikulova, Vice President of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan and member of the World Academy of Sciences, whose inspiring insights reinforced the importance of supporting women in science.
Launch of the StartHER Programme
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the StartHER Programme, introduced as part of the 5 Important Initiatives framework put forward by the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, to empower female entrepreneurs! This programme equips WIUT’s female students with essential skills, resources, and networks crucial for their entrepreneurial development.
The event brought together our female students and alumni, creating an atmosphere charged with enthusiasm. Participants engaged actively, posed insightful questions, and shared their personal entrepreneurial journeys, enriching the collective experience.
Additionally, the interns from the innoWIUT Entrepreneur's Lab (https://t.me/innowiut) inspired attendees by sharing their success stories and offering practical advice. Their contributions sparked motivation among participants to take bold steps in their entrepreneurial pursuits. The session was rich with valuable insights, and we look forward to witnessing how these ideas will influence the future paths of our participants.
Empowering Women in Science: The 'Science Heroes' Event
Marking the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the 'Science Heroes' event stands as a collaborative effort between Westminster International University in Tashkent (WIUT), the United Nations in Uzbekistan and the UN Women Office in Tashkent. This event serves as a platform for distinguished speakers to present cutting-edge research and insights in the fields of STEM subjects from WIUT, Pharmaceutical Technical University, and Tashkent State University of Law.
Clean Games
Clean Games is the student led project in partnership with Uzbekistan Volunteer Association. The project aims to form teams of student volunteers to collect and sort waste in a fun and competitive – game-based approach. The result of the game hosted in May 2025: 70+ participants and nearly 300 kg of waste collected.
Examples of activities organized by student organizations related to gender and sustainability (Westminster International University in Tashkent, Uzbekistan).
