The Build

The Women in STEM Network is underway. This is what we’re building—together.

We are in the process of developing a purpose-built digital platform to connect, support, and elevate women working across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

This page outlines the features under development and how founding members and sponsors are helping us shape the future of this global network.

The Vision

The Women in STEM Network (WiSN), powered by Mums in Science, is a professional platform designed to close the global support gap for women in STEM.

The platform is being developed as a single, integrated space that combines mentorship, recruitment, training, and peer connection—ensuring that women at every stage of their careers have access to high-quality, structured support.

Key Features Under Development

Our platform will include four dynamic hubs:
Mentorship Hub
💡 Mentorship Hub

A dedicated area of the platform where women in STEM can connect with mentors at all career stages. This includes one-to-one mentoring, group mentoring sessions, and live discussions focused on navigating challenges in STEM.

Mentors and mentees will be able to connect based on experience, industry sector, or specific areas of focus, including leadership development, returning to work, or transitioning between roles.

Recruitment Hub
🧭 Recruitment Hub

The platform will feature a job board and recruitment tools designed for inclusivity and accessibility.

Employers will be invited to post roles, offer insights into their hiring processes, and connect with a diverse talent pool of women in STEM. Members will also have access to CV support, interview preparation resources, and industry-specific guidance from recruitment experts.

Social & Collaboration Hub
Social & Collaboration Hub

A community engine to power innovation, peer support, and networking.

  • Subject- and sector-specific discussion groups

  • Forums and live chats

  • Project collaboration spaces

  • User-generated content driving platform growth

Skills Hub
Skills

We are building a growing library of CPD-accredited webinars, focused on:

  • Leadership, confidence, and communication

  • Interview techniques and career resilience

  • Subject-specific training and technical refreshers

  • Career transitions and re-entry

  • Global case studies from women working in STEM

All training is designed to be practical, relevant, and accessible across sectors and career stages.

A Platform with Purpose

While the current focus is on digital infrastructure, WiSN is already contributing to the global conversation on equity in STEM. Our leadership has been invited to speak at international conferences and academic events, and our platform has been featured in media coverage and sector reports. Visit [In the Media] to learn more.

Our development is funded by founding members and sponsors. Their early involvement enables us to launch key services, invest in scalable technology, and maintain a high standard of professional content.

How You Can Help Build

We invite:

Individuals to join as Founding Members, contributing feedback, participating in pilots, and helping shape a platform designed for women by women.

Organisations to join as Founding Sponsors, providing expert-led content or thought leadership that benefits our members and supports platform growth.

All support is recognised through branding, contributor profiles, and CPD accreditation (where applicable).


Together, we are not just building a platform—we are building the professional infrastructure that women in STEM deserve.

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