International Day of Women and Girls in Science observed with 2026 theme on AI, social science, STEM and finance
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science was observed on 11 February 2026, with Union Minister Annpurna Devi calling for removing biases and barriers for women scientists.
Summary
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science was observed on 11 February 2026. Union Minister of Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi called for celebrating the contributions of India's women scientists and pledging to remove biases and barriers. The United Nations theme for 2026 is 'Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance: Building Inclusive Futures for Women and Girls'. The UN notes that in 2022 just 31.1% of researchers worldwide were women.
Key facts
- Date
- 11 February 2026
- 2026 theme
- Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance: Building Inclusive Futures for Women and Girls
- Women among researchers (2022)
- 31.1% (UN)
- India
- WCD Minister Annpurna Devi's message
Practice MCQs 1 questions
The UN theme for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026 brings together AI, social science, STEM and which other field?
Show answer
Correct answer: D — Finance
The 2026 theme is 'Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance: Building Inclusive Futures for Women and Girls'.