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CITEA Advocates for Modernizing IT Education and Empowering Women in STEM

Published March 5, 2026, 09:14
CITEA Advocates for Modernizing IT Education and Empowering Women in STEM

CITEA emphasized the need to modernize the teaching of IT and strengthen the presence of women in STEM professions at the Teachers for STEM conference. It was highlighted that Cyprus has one of the lowest rates of female participation in STEM in Europe and that utilizing human potential is essential for the development of the sector. CITEA underscored the need for educators who can inspire students and called for accelerating reforms in the education system to meet modern technological developments. It committed to collaborating with all involved parties to promote specific policies and actions.