Difficult, dangerous, dirty and damaging to the environment? That’s what science, engineering and technology (SET) are like. Or so outsiders tend to think - particularly women and girls. And Zod, great man of science, would confirm their worst suspicions. But Zod’s daughters and the twins, Joanne and Joseph, have other ideas. They know SET can be creative, caring, cooperative and essential to conservation.

Subverting themes from traditional stories, this entertaining and thought-provoking animated film helps to show why women are under-represented in SET. It illustrates the subtle and the not-so-subtle gender typecasting which still often prevail, from babyhood right up to professional level; but by taking a positive, practical approach, it encourages women and girls to consider study and vocational training in these fields. The video aims to help audiences appreciate the ways in which SET affects our daily lives.

Did I Say Hairdressing? I Meant Astrophysics will raise awareness and stimulate discussion in any educational or training session, conference or presentation.

Running Time: 14 minutes
Audience: Teen, Adult

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