element14, part of the Avnet Community, has introduced INSPIRE HER FUTURE, a global initiative celebrating women who are making an impact across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Although women around the world are actively building, testing, teaching, and advancing technology, their contributions are often overlooked. This initiative aims to spotlight their achievements, encourage more women to share their journeys, and build a diverse collection of stories that represent the global STEM community.
Andreea Teodorescu, Global Director of Product Marketing at element14 Community, emphasized that women are shaping the future of engineering and technology every day, often without enough recognition. By sharing their stories, the initiative seeks to improve representation, foster connections, and inspire future generations to see themselves in STEM.
The initiative invites women at all stages of their careers, including students, early‑career engineers, makers, educators and experienced professionals, to share their journeys. Submissions may include career paths, projects, challenges, lessons learned and advice for those entering the field.
The celebration centres women’s voices and is open to everyone through nominations and ally participation. Community members, colleagues, mentors and allies are encouraged to nominate women who inspire them through leadership, creativity, curiosity or impact. With permission, selected nominees may be featured or invited to participate.
Selected submissions will be recognised across the Student, Early Career and Professional/Educator categories, with standout contributions featured on the element14 Community and awarded prizes. Entries will be evaluated by a panel of community judges based on quality, insight and impact. Terms and conditions apply.
