Anika Wohlleben
STEM & Gender
I currently work as a Research Associate and team member within the german MINTvernetzt (STEM connects) initiative at the University of Regensburg.
My work focuses on gender perspectives in STEM education and on supporting inclusive, stereotype-free STEM learning opportunities for girls and young women. As part of the “MINT & Gender” thematic focus area, I contribute to networking activities, science communication, workshops, and research transfer within the German STEM education community.
What I work on
My current work includes:
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Organizing and moderating the digital event series MINTcafé Gender
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Translating research findings into practical resources for STEM educators and organizers
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Supporting networking and exchange among STEM education practitioners
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Conducting annual survey and data analyses on gender-related aspects within STEM education initiatices
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Contributing workshops to the annual MINTvernetzt conference
- Developing science communication and blog content on gender-sensitive STEM education
Key topics include:
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Girls and young women in STEM
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Stereotype-free STEM education
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Gender-sensitive STEM didactics
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Role models and participation in STEM
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Diversity and inclusion in educational contexts
About MINTvernetzt
MINTvernetzt is the central networking initiative for STEM education in Germany. The initiative supports collaboration, exchange, and innovation among organizations and individuals engaged in STEM education and outreach.
MINTvernetzt is implemented jointly by the Körber Foundation, matrix gGmbH, the Nationales MINT Forum e.V., the University of Regensburg, and the Stifterverband. The initiative is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Education, Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth (BMBFSFJ).
Within this framework, the “MINT & Gender” thematic focus area works to strengthen gender-sensitive perspectives in STEM education and to improve access and participation for girls and young women in STEM fields.
