Uploaded June 2019 | Updated September 2026, 9 hours ago

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Hear SKA Systems Engineer Shagita Gounden talk about how engineers use technology to advance society.

To mark International Day of Women in Engineering 2019 (#INWED19), we spoke to her about her route into engineering, why we need more women in the field, and the importance of building a sense of community among colleagues.

Watch her other mini videos:
Why do you love engineering? youtu.be/Ypsk7HXy28w
How does diversity benefit engineering? youtu.be/U_gJ-QDSE7M

To read her full interview, visit skatelescope.org/skapeople/shagita-gounden