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<p>We are committed to increasing the number of girls studying STEM subjects and considering
STEM careers. That is why earlier this year we announced an ambition to increase the
proportion of girls studying STEM subjects by 20% by 2020. We fully encourage engagement
between schools and employers to inform and inspire all young people about STEM careers.</p><p>
</p><p>This government wants to see improvements to the quality of careers advice
and guidance available to young people, with many more schools and employers working
together to provide excellent support. Helping all young people, regardless of background,
get the inspiration and guidance they need for success in working life is a key part
of this government’s commitment to delivering real social justice. Later this year,
we will publish our careers strategy which will set out a clear vision and roadmap
for our £90 million investment this parliament to improve careers education and guidance
for young people.</p><p> </p><p>As part of this investment, we are funding the Careers
and Enterprise Company (CEC) to take a lead role in transforming the provision of
careers, enterprise and employer engagement experiences for young people to inspire
them and prepare them for the world of work. The CEC announced, in March, the successful
bidders to the £5 million careers and enterprise investment fund, some of which have
a specific focus on STEM. The fund will boost provision for nearly 250,000 young people
across England in 75% of the areas the company has identified as ‘cold spots’.</p><p>
</p><p>The government supports the STEM Ambassadors Programme with a network of over
32,000 volunteers from STEM companies and academia who inspire schoolchildren about
STEM careers. We also support the industry led Your Life campaign which aims to transform
perceptions of STEM subjects by showing young people the range of careers they can
pursue.</p>
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