The International Day of Women and Girls in Science

On February 11th, the world celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This holiday, declared by the United Nations General Assembly, has been observed since 2016.

Its goal is to promote full and equal access for women and girls to science, ensuring gender equality and expanding their rights and opportunities.

According to UNESCO's research in Ukraine, 44.7% of women are scientists, marking one of the highest percentages among European countries.

Karazin University has always supported the idea of equal rights, freedoms, and opportunities. Regardless of age or gender, everyone has the opportunity to receive a quality education. This belief was shared by the university's founder, Vasily Karazin, who in 1842 argued for the importance of girls receiving education. However, they gained this right only after the activist's death.

The first Honorary Doctorate for a woman was awarded at Karazin University. This happened in 1910 when the historian Oleksandra Yefymenko joined the ranks of Honorary Doctors. In 1935, the university welcomed its first female professor, Klara Roll.

The community of Karazin University has, does, and will have many outstanding women scientists in both exact and humanitarian sciences. In 2023, four women achieved the title of professor, and 21 women were granted the title of associate professor.

The university congratulates every woman and girl who contributes to the science of Ukraine and the world! We wish for new achievements, success, and discoveries.