SheHeroes

10/19/2026

A new Harvard University study reveals a massive gender gap in artificial intelligence. Despite women holding more than 80 percent of the jobs most vulnerable to AI automation, they are systematically excluded from training, workplace decisions, and leadership discussions.

Men are disproportionately likely to be approached as AI experts, Harvard researchers found.

10/19/2026

Before the mid-20th century, whooping cough was one of the most terrifying childhood diseases, killing thousands of infants every year. During the Great Depression, a team of brilliant American women—bacteriologists Pearl Kendrick, Grace Eldering, and lab assistant Loney Clinton Gordon—defied medical skepticism to develop the world's first successful pertussis vaccine.

How a team of fearless American women overcame medical skepticism to stop whooping cough, a vicious infectious disease, and save countless lives

10/19/2026

💥 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 💥
Ready to discover how your skills can protect the digital world? Whether you love solving puzzles, coding, or strategy, there is a path for you in this fast-growing field.
Explore interactive career tools, pathways, and resources to find your perfect fit today: https://cyber.org/cyber-career-exploration https://cyber.org/cyber-career-exploration

Support cyber career exploration with resources that tie classroom learning to real jobs. Explore career profiles, spark interest and inspire students today

10/19/2026

Cool Reads For Cooler Days! Cooler days are calling for a book that draws you in like the slow change of seasons. Stories about powerful women for readers of every interest: fantasy, food, fiction, and history.

Kids are back to school and cooler days are calling for a book that draws you in like the slow change of seasons. Stories about powerful women for readers of every interest: fantasy, food, fiction, and history.

10/15/2026

Half the Country, a Fraction of the Research

America’s medical legacy was built on incomplete science. At 250, it’s time to make women’s health a permanent priority.

10/15/2026

A Day in the Life of a Software Engineer — Shravya Boini - All Together

The growing number of engineering disciplines and roles today show that no one professional journey is the same. In SWE’s A Day in the Life series, hear from

10/15/2026

‘Space Gal’ Emily Calandrelli launches into Marvel Universe

Real-life astronaut Emily Calandrelli is making a guest appearance in the newest episode of Disney Jr.'s "Marvel's Iron Man and his Awesome Friends" on Oct. 14.

10/15/2026

Join us THIS Sunday 11 AM - 12 PM PDT for our next Meet Your SheHero event with Deputy Fire Chief & Wildlife Fire Fighter Tamara Jasso!
Tamara Jasso joined the City of Palo Alto as a Firefighter and promoted to Engineer in 2009. In 2021, she transitioned to the Fire Prevention Bureau as a Hazardous Materials Inspector, then promoted to Fire Marshal in December 2022. She recently advanced to Deputy Fire Chief and is enjoying the new challenges and responsibilities of the role. Join us for this FREE event!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-your-shehero-w-deputy-fire-chief-wildlife-fire-fighter-tamara-jasso-tickets-2003314739313

10/14/2026

How a youth group of Cherokee girls made history fighting for a sacred river

What started as an afternoon of river tubing turned into a historic legal campaign.

10/14/2026

Contractor to Civil Servant: NASA Welcomes Kristie Foster

Kristie Foster paved her road to becoming a NASA civil servant with literal miles of dedication. Her work at the agency’s Stennis Space Center near Bay St.