Wonder Woman in Business, Cathi Rodgveller

Susan Freeman

June 18, 2020

STEM, Women Leaders

Cathi Rodgveller

Cathi Rodgveller founded IGNITE Worldwide to help girls everywhere to believe in themselves and encourage each girl to strive to develop her abilities and skills. Cathi understands that STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) careers offer women the opportunity to make their unique contribution to society while working in high paying roles, gaining confidence and in turn each one becoming a role model for the next generation. Cathi sees her reward each time a girl understands that she is smart and capable and gains the conviction to accomplish her special dream.

Our mission:

IGNITE Worldwide is the answer to achieving gender equity in STEM. We work directly with teachers during the school day to provide programming that promotes STEM education and career advancement for girls and non-binary youth from historically marginalized communities. Through hands-on events that connect students with role models who live and work in their communities, students recognize new possibilities for their futures.

Our vision:

We envision a world where every girl has IGNITE Worldwide at her school. All girls deserve equal access to STEM education during their school day, so they are aware of STEM opportunities and have the social and cultural capital to secure and thrive in a STEM career. IGNITE Worldwide promotes economic equality and workforce development by cultivating a diverse pipeline of talent and supporting a sustainable future for girls and their families.

How to support IGNITE Worldwide:

If you support this mission, we encourage you to become a supporter of IGNITE Worldwide by becoming a monthly donor today. Your support will help IGNITE educate more girls about their opportunities and inspire them to pursue a future in STEM. Make a donation here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/ignite-worldwide.