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

  • Wendy Agnew

    "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
  • Cynthia Lin

    "I would recommend this program to all the young girls in Australia, to empower them to 'Apply science to life' and to use their ability to accomplish more as the upcoming generation."

    Cynthia Lin — Alumni
  • Megan McKinney

    "I love the idea of sharing my experiences and potentially inspiring others to get involved in a career they are passionate about and may lie a little outside of the box."

    Megan McKinney — STEM Coach

Next camps

Dates for camps for the 2025-26 Curious Minds – girls in STEM Program.

Summer Camps (In-Person)

Summer Camps (In-Person)

1 - 6 December 2025

East Camp held in Canberra

(for students from ACT, NSW, VIC, TAS)

8 - 13 December 2025

West Camp held in Adelaide

(for students from SA, WA, NT, QLD)

Winter Camp (Online)

Winter Camp (Online)

6 – 10 July 2026

Winter Camp - Online

(all participants)

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Do you have a curious mind?

Learn more about becoming a Curious Minds Student or STEM Coach!