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In this episode of My EdTech Life (https://www.myedtech.life/) , I sit down with Patricia Cortez (https://x.com/Mrs_Cortez12?t=dBoeJvdStVShNyda7NN8PA&s=09) , coach of the Lady Bots, as she shares her powerful journey of promoting girls in STEM through the Girl Powered (https://recf.org/girlpowered/) initiative. We talk about her experiences, the challenges girls face in robotics, and the inspiring story behind her all-girls team. Patricia's dedication to fostering leadership and technical skills among young women is truly remarkable, and her upcoming Girl Powered (https://recf.org/girlpowered/) event is set to make a significant impact. Join us for an amazing conversation about representation, resilience, and the importance of creating safe spaces for girls to thrive in STEM. Don't miss it!

📅 Mark your calendars: Patricia (https://x.com/Mrs_Cortez12?t=dBoeJvdStVShNyda7NN8PA&s=09) and her team will host the Girl Powered (https://recf.org/girlpowered/) event on October 26th. Tune in to learn how you can support this incredible initiative!

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Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Podcast Welcome
01:00 - Introducing Patricia Cortez (https://x.com/Mrs_Cortez12?t=dBoeJvdStVShNyda7NN8PA&s=09) and the Lady Bots
03:10 - The Start of Patricia’s (https://x.com/Mrs_Cortez12?t=dBoeJvdStVShNyda7NN8PA&s=09) Journey into Robotics
07:30 - How the Lady Bots All-Girls Team Began
10:45 - Achievements and Impact of the Lady Bots in STEM
14:00 - Promoting Girls in STEM Through the Girl Powered (https://recf.org/girlpowered/) Initiative
20:30 - Encouraging Young Girls to Take Initiative
26:00 - Upcoming Girl Powered (https://recf.org/girlpowered/) Event Details
31:30 - Progression from Plastic to Metal Robots: A Leap in Skill
37:00 - The Importance of Representation in STEM
42:00 - How Educators Can Support Robotics and STEM for Girls
45:10 - Final Thoughts on Overcoming Challenges in Robotics

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