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

"My advice would be to continue to explore every area of interest that you can. There are so many amazing job opportunities out there, and there will continue to be more developed that we can't even imagine yet. Don't be afraid to try out new things, as you might just find that you love them."

Wendy Agnew — STEM Coach
The gender gap in Australia’s science community is showing signs of narrowing, with record applications from schoolgirls wanting to be part of a sought-after education program breaking down the barriers for women entering science, technology, engineering and maths careers.

Curious Minds sees record 2022-23 registrations from science-loving schoolgirls — News
"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