TEEN-TURN

Teen-Turn is a decade-old non-profit dedicated to empowering girls from underserved communities to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and maths. By offering hands-on STEM activities, after-school clubs, work-placement opportunities and one-to-one mentoring, the organisation helps participants visualise themselves in technical roles and make informed third-level course choices.

Through a blend of alumnae networking, career-development programmes and direct industry exposure, Teen-Turn currently supports more than 3,000 girls ranging from Junior Cert students to early-career professionals. Its holistic approach combines mentorship, real-world work experience and a vibrant community of role models, fostering confidence and long-term ambition in the next generation of women in STEM.

The impact of Teen-Turn's work has been recognised internationally, earning the title of EU Digital Impact Organisation of the Year™ and a finalist position in the Nature Research Awards.