I often talk about the diverse and thriving #CreativeEconomy that is shaping every aspect of our culture and society. How BINYAN is returning wellness in design to top of the priority list | Adobe Blog Even small changes to the environment could boost #creativity and improve #learning. Imagine how #students and #educators could thrive in a learning environment where they feel safe and comfortable. Students spend all day, five days a week in schools. ![]() How do you feel when you're in that space? Is there natural light coming through the windows? Can you see other people around you? What about the colors of the walls? Most times when we walk into a room, we don't think about all the details, but Andre Dolnikov, founder and CEO of Binyan Studios, believes in the power design can have on belonging and wellbeing.Īndre specializes in creating spaces that prioritize feeling over aesthetic and as I read this blog from Adobe spotlighting his work, I can't help but consider the impact a wellness-first design approach could have in classrooms. ![]() Think of the place where you spend the most time - maybe that's your classroom, office, or home. #WomenInSTEM #InclusionĬouncil Post: How Companies And Educators Can Close The STEM Gender Gap When we show all children that they belong, we empower young women and girls to pursue the interest and skills needed for careers in STEM through adulthood. I agree that a commitment to fighting stereotypes early on through representation and inclusion is an important step to transforming the STEM gender divide, as well as being strong mentors to help guide and shape the future of STEM. Gender stereotypes present themselves early on in education across the globe, and can be as subtle as illustrations in math and science textbooks featuring more boys than girls, or as enduring as the belief that girls are generally less interested in STEM than boys.Ĭhildren have nearly limitless potential, and it is our job to help them realize it free of preconceived notions. ![]() Where do these challenges begin? Oftentimes, in schools. Women face many obstacles to entry in industries like engineering and computer science before they even enter the start of their professional careers. The #STEM gender divide that persists today is disheartening, with the average percentage of females in STEM professions around only 28%.
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