Once upon a time, the role of women was confined to castles—not as builders, but as silent figures expected to marry and be “nice.” Fast forward to today, and we are not just living in castles—we are designing, engineering, and constructing them.
Women in STEM are reshaping industries, breaking barriers, and rewriting the narrative. Yet, in many places, the challenges remain. Feminism has been misunderstood, downplayed, and even weaponized. Women continue to be underestimated, dismissed, or told to “stay in their
lane.” But history has shown one undeniable truth: every time we are pushed down, we rise again—stronger, louder, and more determined.
Enter The BuildHer Network—a modern platform for the ambitious, trailblazing women in STEM. This is a space where your voice matters. A place to share experiences, discuss the state of the industry, and embrace both strength and vulnerability. Because being powerful doesn’t mean being invulnerable—it means owning every part of who we are.
For too long, success has been defined by competition, by winning at all costs. But here, we define success differently. It’s not about beating others—it’s about becoming the best version of ourselves, every single day.
Welcome to The BuildHer Network! Let’s build something extraordinary—together.
With gratitude & ambition,
CATALINA TRANDAFIR
Founder, The BuildHer Network
“I used to feel like I had to hide my emotions to be taken seriously. Reading this makes me realize that vulnerability is a strength too.”
Katherine Jensen