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We talk with Leslie Bates regarding her efforts to get young women and girls involved in the growing field of unmanned aerial systems.
Guest
Leslie Bates is the founder of SheDrones, an emerging non-profit which is being created to engage, educate, and train girls in unmanned aerial systems and related technologies. SheDrones will also support and collaborate with existing drone-specific STEM programs and organizations dedicated to women in related tech fields.
Leslie is a 15-year energy industry veteran and became interested in drones after researching their application in energy infrastructure development and maintenance. As the mother of two daughters, Leslie felt compelled to not only explore the future potential of the UAS industry, but also an expanded role for women within it.
Leslie is currently learning to fly various drones and obtaining her private pilot ground school license. She’s also continuing to develop and manage the SheDrones organization and partnerships, and expand its social media presence.
Visit the SheDrones website, follow @SheDrones on Twitter, and be sure to check out SheDrones on Facebook.
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