When people think about careers in STEM, they often picture laboratories, research projects, and academic pathways. Yet many professionals discover that their skills can open doors to opportunities they never […]
In June 2026, Equate Scotland and ConStructEd Scotland welcomed 16 participants to WE:Build ConStructEd 2026, a four-day experiential learning programme that combined soft skills development, industry insight, and hands-on construction […]
When Equate Scotland launched the General Inclusion Practices in Scottish STEM Organisations (GIPSO) research in May, the focus was on evidence. The research highlighted both the progress being made across […]
In May, Equate Scotland brought together partners, employers, policymakers and industry leaders from across Scotland’s STEM ecosystem for a landmark event. The launch of our General Inclusion Practices in Scottish […]
Sparking Connections at Our Speed Mentoring Workshop Last week, Friends of Equate partnered with Creative Edinburgh to deliver an energising Speed Mentoring Workshop at My Edinburgh, bringing together creatives, professionals, […]
Helping Students Build Confidence, Interview Skills, and Career Readiness At Equate Scotland, we are committed to supporting students—particularly women and underrepresented groups in STEM—to develop the confidence, skills, and connections […]
This year marks a significant milestone for Equate Scotland: 20 years of championing equality in STEM. It is a moment not only to celebrate how far we’ve come, but also […]
There was a moment on Day 3 that captured the spirit of the entire Career Enhancement Programme. One by one, all 16 participants stood up to deliver a five-minute talk […]
On 13 March 2025, we attended Engender’s Holyrood 2026 & Preventing Violence Against Women event at the COSLA Conference Centre. Bringing together policymakers, practitioners, and advocacy organisations, the event created […]
Occupational segregation remains one of the most persistent drivers of gender inequality in the labour market. In a recent webinar hosted by Close the Gap, speakers from across policy, practice […]
Day 2 of the Career Enhancement Programme (CEP) 2026 built on the personal insights and reflections from our first workshop, focusing on the practical skills that help professionals communicate […]
Yesterday we welcomed 16 highly motivated and accomplished women from across the green skills and environmental sector to the first day of our 2026 Career Enhancement Programme — and what […]
