Overview
The vision of the Connecticut Girls Collaborative Project is to close the gender gap in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degrees and careers. This initiative will connect girls across Connecticut with STEM businesses and organizations by engaging them in collaborations that will promote new ways of thinking, new ways of sharing resources, and new solutions. The ultimate goal is to secure gender equity in aligning with the Department of Economic and Community Development to enhance Connecticut’s competitive position in the new economy and solidify the state’s reputation as a high-tech leader in innovation and productivity.
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Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. As the lead organization in the collaborative, Girl Scouts of Connecticut provides a substantial network that offers a wealth of opportunities for informal learning and personal growth. Our programming keeps pace with the ever-changing needs of girls in today’s world and seeks to address gender disparities in the workforce.
Lead Contact
- Ellyn Savard
Program Initiatives Coordinator
Girl Scouts of Connecticut
Bridgeport Service Center
87 Washington Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604
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Leadership Team
- Lucy Brakoniecki
Research and Policy Analyst
Connecticut Women's Education And Legal Fund - Liz Buttner
Science Consultant, Curriculum & Instruction
Connecticut State Dept of Education - Peggy Erlenkotter
Vice President of Risk Management
General Electric Commercial Finance - Caroline d'Otreppe
Director of Educational Programs
New England Air Museum - Hank Gruner
Vice President of Programs
Connecticut Science Center - Jane Moreno
Education Coordinator
Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. - Lauren Napier
Senior Integration Engineer
Sikorsky Aircraft - Virginia Pertillar
Director of Membership Services
Girl Scouts of Connecticut - June Thomas
Regional Manager
Connecticut Pre-Engineering Program - Teresa Younger
Executive Director
Permanent Commission on the Status of Women