Women remain underrepresented in the science and engineering workforce, although to a lesser degree than in the past, with the greatest disparities occurring in engineering, computer science, and the physical sciences (NSF, Science & Engineering Indicators, 2018).

On the other hand, it has been found that as early as 13 years of age, girls have determined if they will pursue careers in STEM based on believing if they can do it. This correlates to a key developmental time in adolescence of self-confidence building and one of the reasons why STEMblazers targets middle school and high school girls with its programming.