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

  • Sarah Onoprienko

    "Curious Minds had a huge impact on the person I am today as it exposed me to the bigger picture of science. I gained a deeper appreciation for the roles of scientists and the many different specific areas in the industry."

    Sarah Onoprienko — Alumni
  • A break from the ordinary: Curious Minds program nails down Jessie’s future

    "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
  • Dr Ella María Llanos Rodríguez

    "This was my first time as a coach and I truly enjoyed it. I wanted to share my skills and give back to the community. I saw this as an opportunity to assist in educating the future generation of scientists."

    Dr Ella María Llanos Rodríguez — 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!