Representation matters, says Teh. When young women see others like them succeeding, they’re more likely to believe they can too. — Photo provided
WHEN her Walkman died on her, instead of running to her parents for a new one, Dr Evona Teh decided to open up the portable cassette player and try to fix it herself.
The automotive engineer was eight years old at the time. The beloved Walkman may now be left only in her memories, but that moment of curiosity sparked a powerful lifelong interest in engineering for Teh, which has driven her not only to shine in the male-dominated industry but also become a mentor to other women who want to thrive in this field.
