Introducing the “I am a physicist” challenge

The challenge is designed to introduce girls and young women to the fascinating world of physics in a way that is accessible, fun and educational.

The badge itself is being piloted in Nottinghamshire - led by the IOP East Midlands in partnership with Girlguiding - but the challenge and resources are available for anyone to use. 

• Download the challenge (PDF, 1MB)
• Watch the videos

Deborah Phelps, safety and reliability engineer at Rolls Royce Civil Aerospace and also a Brownie leader in West Bridgford, was the driving force behind setting up the challenge. “We want to show girls that physics is interesting, fun and worth considering as a career. We’ve designed the challenge to appeal to girls of all ages, with activities suitable for five-year-olds right through to 18-year-olds.”

With the International Day of Women and Girls in Science happening today (11 February), it’s the perfect time to get involved and try the challenge. This day is a chance for women all over the world to talk about what they do in physics. Follow the hashtag #iamaphysicist to join in or find out more. 

For more information on the challenge, download the challenge syllabus (PDF, 1MB) or visit the Girlguiding Nottinghamshire website.