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We just wrapped up our first Inspire by Omnitech event, and we are still riding high on all the energy and excitement. In 2018, 2019, and 2020 we were fortunate enough to partner with Microsoft to host one of their amazing DigiGirlz events here in Sioux Falls. Then the pandemic hit, and Microsoft moved all their DigiGirlz events online. We couldn't forget the discovery, energy, and excitement that those in-person events created. Omnitech decided they would host an event bringing girls back into the technology space to discover possible career paths and just have some fun.   

Here is a quick rundown if you're not familiar with the Inspire event, but more detailed information can be found here: https://inspirebyomnitech.com. One of the factors that can hold back women from careers in the STEM fields is the lack of mentorship and seeing people like them in those careers. Through Inspire, we want to encourage girls to look at careers in STEM as open to them. Science and engineering are made accessible and fun through hands-on activities led by professionals in the industry.  

Check out these fun pictures from the sessions. 

So much effort went into making this event a success. From local teachers encouraging and organizing classes to attend, STEM professionals creating content, and sponsors making sure all the attendees, volunteers, and chaperones were fed, educated, and able to have a fun day of discovery. Thank you to everyone who has supported this fun event, and we cannot wait to see you next year!