Archives of IT is a registered charity born out of a passion for preserving the heritage of the UK's tech sector whilst inspiring future generations - particularly girls and those from disadvantaged backgrounds - to develop their STEM skills and consider STEM-based careers.

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  • Arts/​Culture/​Heritage
  • Education/​Training/​Employment
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  • Children (3-18)
  • Minority Groups
  • Women & Girls

Many young people in the UK stop studying maths, science and computing-based subjects too early, closing the door to potential STEM-based careers. This is particularly true of those from disadvantaged backgrounds, who are less likely to encounter successful scientists and engineers amongst their friends and family. At the same time, the heritage of the UK tech sector needs preserving - if we don't capture the stories of computing pioneers and tech entrepreneurs now, they risk being lost forever.

Since 2015, we've published over 300 interviews with influential figures across sectors from space technology to cybersecurity. These unique first-hand accounts provide crucial industrial heritage preservation whilst serving as role models for the next generation. Our education programme transforms these into curriculum-linked resources, with over 7,500 teacher downloads to date.

Sir Robin Saxby, founding CEO of ARM, and Ama Frimpong, IET Young Engineer of the Year, at Little Thurrock Primary School
Categories

  • Arts/​Culture/​Heritage
  • Education/​Training/​Employment
Beneficiaries

  • Children (3-18)
  • Minority Groups
  • Women & Girls

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