Claire Bénard explained in La Presse why it is important to raise awareness on women of science, and encouraged young girls to visit ''Les Audacieuses'' at Centre des Sciences de Montréal.

M.Sc students Marianne Bah Tahé and Virginie Desse gave presentations at the biology workshop ''Les Audacieuses'' to engage children and raise interest of young girls in science.

On Sunday, Feb. 10 2019, the Montreal Science Centre hosted it's annual Woman and Science exhibit. It's to encourage young girls to pursue a career in science. Claire Bénard, helped organize the event, and explained why it is so important on CHOQ.ca. Click below to hear from Claire. Starts at 45min.