The World Capital of Women and Girls in Science is a global initiative that will be offered under the auspices of the Royal Academy of Science International Trust (RASIT) to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in science and place these issues at the heart of the world’s attention for a yearlong celebration.
RASIT is internationally recognized as the pioneering non-governmental body to introduce and facilitate a United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/70/212, proclaiming February 11 as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
Following the adoption of the UNGA Resolution A/RES/70/212 on 22nd December 2015, RASIT continues to work with UN Member States, Inter-Governmental Organizations and the United Nations and its entities, to contribute towards the achievement of equality in science, technology, and innovation for socio-economic sustainable development in line with Agenda 2030 and the SDGs.
Per the recommendation of RASIT's Executive Director HRH Princess Dr. Nisreen El-Hashemite, evaluations of the impact of the 2016-2019 International Days of Women and Girls in Science has been conducted.
The conclusion of the study revealed the need for a new initiative to support countries in acheiving equality, diversity, and inclusion in science, technology, and innovation by 2030 and beyond.
In February 2020, RASIT launched the "World Capital of Women and Girls in Science” Global Initiative, which is recognized and endorsed by 77 UN Member States including the African Union.