Curious Minds

Curious Minds empowers girls who are passionate, and have high potential in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to explore education and careers in STEM, through an eight-month hands-on extension and mentoring program.

Do you have a curious mind?

If you’re a young woman who is in Year 8 or 9, who is passionate about STEM subjects, or if you’re a female professional working in the STEM industry and would like to become a coach, you can learn more and express your interest in participating in future programs…

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News & Stories

"The Curious Minds program provided me with so much exposure into the world of science and the opportunities inside it. I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn."

A break from the ordinary: Curious Minds program nails down Jessie’s future — Story
"It is very inspiring to see the new generation of girls with such passion and interest in STEM, and I know that amazing things will come from them. They are the ones that inspire me and make me want to be a better scientist."

Alex Summerell — STEM Coach
Over two weeks, 116 outstanding female students will attend a face-to-face enrichment camp to further their interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), travelling to either Canberra or Adelaide. It is the first face-to-face camp since 2019, following a pivot to digital delivery in the pandemic.

Curious Minds shine across two STEM camps — Story