[quote=sure_smile]I think a lot of what is holding girls back is that they are afraid of 'oh no, what if i don't get this and i look dumb' or they feel like they don't have any experience, ..........QUOTE]
The message from all these postings is very clear......if you know of any female friends who show an interest....bring them along with you to the meetings.....girls tend to think that boys know all about tools, machines, etc.....but this is not necessary so.....also encourage them to do things .....not just administrative or publicity stuff ....and let them know that it is okay to ask questions.....
And ladies...talk about your involvement in the elementary schools or middle schools.....especially if you are mentoring a FLL team.....you need to let the younger girls know that it is "cool" to be a FIRST'er.....unfortunately....we are not the front cover of any teen magazines as the cool image
