Women and GIS, Volume 3

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Explore the inspiring narratives within *Women and GIS, Volume 3*, a transformative edition that celebrates the innovative contributions of women in geospatial technology and GIS. This third volume in the Women and GIS series unveils the journeys of 31 diverse women in STEAM fields who have harnessed the power of maps, geographical analysis, and imagery to tackle pressing global challenges. Learn how these trailblazers broke barriers, discovered their passions, and advanced their fields while making a positive impact on the world.

Each story captures the essence of determination and tenacity, showcasing how these women navigated their careers. Their tales are filled with insights on overcoming obstacles and the knowledge gained throughout their journeys. From Priscilla Mbama Abasi’s call to “Think big! Think about going to space” to Arianna Armelli’s encouragement of embracing entrepreneurship in STEM, this book serves as a guide for the next generation of women innovators.

Whether you are an educator, a student in a GIS program, or simply interested in the intersection of gender and technology, this book is a treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781589486379
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: ESRI

Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781589486379
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2021
Publisher: ESRI


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Impressivestories of women using geospatial technology to create sustainable solutions for problems the world faces.

The third volume in theWomen and GIS seriesshows how 31diversewomen in various STEAM fieldsdiscovered their passion, broke down barriers, and used maps, analysis, imagery, and geographic information systems (GIS)to advance their fields andimprove the world. Sharing their experiences from childhood and throughout their careers, each womanreveals her journey inan inspiring recollection ofthe obstaclesshe hasovercome, theknowledgeshe hasgained along the way, and how tenacity and determinationhavehelpedhersucceed.Eachwoman shares tips and words of wisdom that she's gained along the way,including:
PriscillaMbamaAbasi:“Think big! Think about going to space, think about building things no one has seen before.”
AriannaArmelli:“If you are like me and crave the freedom to explore a path of the unknown, aka entrepreneurship, a career in STEM will foster the technical foundation to achieve those goals.”
Gabi Fleury:“The best advice I was given starting out was‘forge your own path.’Conservation isn’t a structured, straight-line career, you can get into it in many ways. This is exciting, but it also can bereallychallenging, because you have to be flexible, innovative, and always on the lookout for the next opportunity.”
Healy Hamilton:“Success, to me, is a daily feeling that you are living true to your values, that you aremeaningfully contributing to the world you want tocreate.”
Katharine Hayhoe:“While it’s important to havepeopleyou respec

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