![]() Hey guys! I'm so excited to announce that today's blog post will be in collaboration with Font Femme. Font Femme Magazine is an all-girls STEM magazine with the goal of empowering the next generation of females in STEM. Visit them at www.fontfemme.com to read some amazing articles published by young females and hear more about the amazing opportunities Font Femme offers. Keep reading to hear more about Font Femme's mission thorough an insightful and empowering Q and A with Font Femme's founder. Q: Why did you start Font Femme? A: I’ve always been passionate about getting my community involved in what I’m passionate about through sharing opportunities. I started this magazine to not only share opportunities in STEM, entrepreneurship, and youth led initiatives with underrepresented women who are interested in getting involved in STEM, but to also foster a sense of community during a time where everyone is so isolated due to the pandemic. This is why I wanted to create this digital magazine – a space where all womxn can share their experience, involvement, and VOICE regarding the STEM world. It gives girls an opportunity to really explore their interests in the STEM field while also serving as a platform for girls to go above and beyond to WRITE about and SHARE their passions with the WORLD. Q: What impact has Font Femme had so far? A: We have 90+ writers, many of whom are college students studying at Princeton, UPenn, and UC Berkeley! Font Femme has impacted 1,300+ women globally. Font Femme is also organizing a 2-day makeathon event in which girls will be able to create their own startups and social ventures! Q: What is your favorite article published and why? A: I would say my absolute favorite is one of our first, “Beneath the Sheath of Professionalism” by Jamie Lynn. This beautifully and eloquently written personal anecdote vividly captures Jamie’s, once a high school rising sophomore with no research experience but an unbridled interest in biology, struggles in deciphering gene names & scientific terms while taking her readers through her journey during this summer internship and how she conquered these challenges. Truly a beautiful piece that makes even me reflect on how I should view setbacks as opportunities for growth. Q: What are your plans for the future in regards to Font Femme? A: Font Femme is organizing a 2-day entrepreneurship incubator that teaches girls that were in my shoes turn their passions and interests into a viable business! This makeathon will take place from August 11-12, and applications are open now on fontfemme.com! We will be having keynote speakers at the event, featuring distinguished female CEO’s like Toni Ko, founder of NYX. Font Femme has expanded beyond just a magazine. Our greater mission is to provide as many opportunities for students like me to use their interests in STEM or entrepreneurship to create an impact in their community, whether it be through sharing their stories through an article or leaving our events with a startup! Q: Any tips/words of encouragement for young women worldwide interested in STEM? A: Your only critic is yourself. Use any obstacle and setback as an opportunity to further demonstrate your own strengths, character, work ethic, and persistence: they speak so much louder than numbers and awards.
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