Between the 10th and 19th of March, National Science Week will be celebrated in Britain. After long period of isolation during the Coronavirus Pandemic, it has been decided that the week’s theme this year will be ‘connections’.The week is celebrated annually, with the previous three weeks representing the themes of ‘Growth’, ‘Innovating for the future’ and ‘Our Diverse Planet’.

The ten-day scheme is run by the British Science Society to celebrate, Science, technology, engineering and mathematics. It’s celebrated across the UK through events for a range of ages. The week encourages teachers, STEM professionals and the public to take part in STEM events and activities.The scheme offers activity packs and support to anyone who wants to organize an event.

It has been decided that the week’s theme this year will be connections. ”

Trwy’r ymgyrch #SmashingStereotypes, the week also aims to disprove long-term stereotypes through a collection of over 30 profiles to encourage more young people from different backgrounds to see themselves in the STEM field,

The profiles showcase personal and team stories in order to change expectation of people with careers in STEM, including Seyed Nasarollahi on how he turned his passion for playing video games into a career. Another profile is of Chemical Engineer Lauren Doyle who is pioneering carbon-free power and Donna Gowland who had an unconventional path to finding a career in STEM. They also feature as short videos on YouTube.

The profiles showcase stories in order to change expectation of people with careers in STEM. ”

The campaign calls on people to show how they #smashstereotypes through sharing their jobs and by using the hashtag.

For more information on the scheme, there’s a digital support pack that includes links to download worksheets and example social media posts for individuals and businesses.

There are events across the UK suited to everyone during the week. The University of South Wales is hosting a series of online lectures during lunchtimes to share information on topics like Stem Careers, how to pursue medicine, and adjusting to climate change. For 3-14 year olds, there is a poster competition which closes on the 31st of March, with a prize on offer to the winner.

To see what is happening in your local area, visit the Science Live website.