Inspiring the Next Generation of STEM Pioneers

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Abbott has launched a children's book titled What Does STEM Look Like? to inspire young readers to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Developed by Abbott’s Women in STEM employee network, the book follows Anna as she discovers potential STEM careers. This initiative aims to break stigmas around gender roles in STEM and address the anticipated shortage of over 1 million STEM workers in the U.S. by 2031. As part of Abbott's 2030 Sustainability Plan, the company seeks to engage over 100,000 youth in STEM programs, focusing on underrepresented groups.

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• Launch of a children's book aimed at inspiring interest in STEM careers.
• Book developed by Abbott's Women in STEM network, enhancing internal employee engagement.
• Addresses critical STEM workforce gap, anticipating the need for over 1 million STEM workers by 2031.
• Part of Abbott's 2030 Sustainability Plan, aiming to create opportunities for 100,000 young people in STEM.

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Abbott

"What Does STEM Look Like?"

Click here to read the children's book created by Women in STEM at Abbott.

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / February 24, 2023 / It's no secret that children are fascinated with science, technology, engineering, and math - or STEM.

Building blocks, insect-collection kits and remote-control dinosaurs are popular (and fun!) ways to introduce curious young people to STEM ideas and concepts. But what's the best way to inspire them to consider taking related classes in high school and college and pursuing a STEM career?

Abbott's Women in STEM employee network created a children's book with hopes of doing just that.

In "What Does STEM Look Like?" readers can follow Anna's journey as she discovers how her interests in animals, art and space could lead to professions in biology, astronomy, or geometry - or any of the STEM fields.

Network members hope the book will help break stigmas around what "STEM" looks like - STEM workers can be anybody!

The book is available for free download here.

Network members, who work in divisions and businesses across Abbott, hope this book will encourage and educate children about why STEM is important and let them know that anyone can work in STEM fields. It's a critically important message, because federal data anticipate the U.S. alone will need more than 1 million more STEM workers by 2031.

Abbott's Women in STEM Network elevates women working in STEM with career development, networking, recruitment and recognition opportunities and community outreach. Members hope to inspire rising STEM talent today to be tomorrow's problem solvers.

Inspiring and supporting students, particularly girls and those from diverse backgrounds, to pursue STEM careers is part of Abbott's 2030 Sustainability Plan. Goals include creating opportunities in our STEM programs and internships for more than 100,000 young people, including 50% from underrepresented groups.

Find out more about STEM at Abbott at www.stem.abbott

View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Abbott on 3blmedia.com.

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SOURCE: Abbott

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FAQ

What is Abbott's new children's book about?

Abbott's new children's book titled 'What Does STEM Look Like?' aims to inspire children to explore careers in STEM fields.

Who created the book 'What Does STEM Look Like?'

The book was created by Abbott’s Women in STEM employee network.

What are Abbott's goals with their STEM initiatives?

Abbott aims to engage over 100,000 young people in STEM programs by 2030, with a focus on underrepresented groups.

How does the book address the STEM workforce gap?

The book highlights the growing need for STEM workers, projecting a shortage of over 1 million in the U.S. by 2031.