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

  • Dr Soumi Paul Mukhopadhyay

    "Time has changed and so thus have the career options! Fly high with your vivid imagination and rest assured we are all there to support you."

    Dr Soumi Paul Mukhopadhyay — STEM Coach
  • 2023-24 Student Outcomes – Curious Minds Program

    Positive impact felt across Australia! We are delighted to share this snapshot of student outcomes for the 2023-24 Curious Minds - girls in STEM program.

    2023-24 Student Outcomes – Curious Minds Program — Impact
  • 2021-22 Student Outcomes – Curious Minds Program

    After seven years of Curious Minds, we’re thrilled to share this snapshot of student outcomes. Curious Minds was created to encourage science-loving girls to pursue science and consider STEM careers.

    2021-22 Student Outcomes – Curious Minds Program — News

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!