The Innovation Story is a launchpad to equip young adults with the skills needed to transform them into innovators and changemakers. The focus is on experiential learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Through hands-on experiences, the program inspires students to pursue careers in robotics, software design, engineering, programming, and animation.
Introducing TrailBlazHer
TrailBlazHer is an initiative designed to give an exposure of STEM fields to young women.
Our plan involves giving girls the opportunity to explore STEM subjects and inspire them by connecting them to role models in the field.
STEM jobs are laying the foundation for the future and solving the world’s greatest challenges. Tapping the huge potential of girls in these fields will not only benefit them but also add a unique perspective to innovations. As we launch TrailBlazHER, we cannot wait to introduce more girls to the exciting and empowering world of STEM!
TrailBlazHER Challenge
In collaboration with IIT Bombay’s international award winning Unmesh Mashruwala Innovation Cell
Through the TrailBlazHER Challenge, girls will have the opportunity to devise innovative solutions to real-world problems with mentorship from industry experts.
They must pick a problem in one of the three categories:
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Healthcare
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Education
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Environment
Watch out for the challenge release on 10 June, 2021
To Be TrailBlazHER Panel Discussion
An insightful panel discussion with industry experts from education, health, and environment. It gave participants from grades 7-12 a good perspective on challenges in these areas.
Healthcare Panel
Mr. Amit Raheja
GM-MD, Johnson & Johnson
Mr. Adheet Gogate
Senior Solutions Leader, McKinsey & Company
Education Panel
Nick Alchin
Head of UWCSEA, East Campus, Singapore
Anjali Karpe
Deputy Head,The Bombay International School
Environment Panel
Monisha Narke
CEO, RUR Greenlife Private Limited
Anuja Byotra
Co-Founder, SecondsGuru
Problem
Pick one problem to solve from any one category:
- Healthcare
- Education
- Environment
Solution
- Design a STEM-based solution (eg. Website, App, Product) to the chosen problem
- You may NOT use an existing solution. However, improvising already existing solutions is allowed.
Submission
Teams will submit a video and summary document by 7 July, 2021. On 14 July, 2021, the top 30 teams will be announced and will move on to Round 2.
Video Guidelines:
- Maximum length – 3 minutes
- Must include the problem, why it was chosen, the solution, target audience, possible challenges, etc.
- Submit in mp4 format only
- No copyright images/sounds allowed
Summary Document Guidelines:
- Summarise information provided in the video (problem, solution, target audience, citation, etc.)
- Word limit – 500 words
Process
- Dates: 15 July, 2021 to 6 August, 2021 August
- Each team will be assigned a mentor to help enhance their innovations
- Mentorship sessions for 2 hours per week
Guidelines for the Presentation
- 15 minute presentation with 10 minutes to present and 5 minutes for Q&A
- Slides to be shared on Zoom
- Round 1 video not to be included in the presentation
Judging
- Judging panel includes STEM experts from the industry and the IITs
- Top 3 teams from each category will be announced as winners
- Winning teams to be announced on 15 August, 2021
Mentors
- Mentors are STEM experts from the industry and IITs
Awards
- Individual awards for winners
- Certificate of participation for all participants
- Certificate of merit for semi-finalists and winners
Student benefits
Development of valuable teamwork, critical thinking, collaboration, and presentation skills by working with both peers and professionals.
Mentorship from STEM industry experts and individuals from IITs.
The opportunity to work on your STEM innovation (subject to availability and selected project)
Certification
Have Your Round 1 Team Submissions Ready?
Teams who have registered can now submit their Round 1 solutions here (Please fill out only one form per team)
