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

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
"Being able to extend myself into subjects I wasn’t able to try at school was a highlight. It is also a great opportunity for students in rural communities who don’t have the funding to do the experiments we did."

Georgia and Heidi Explore the Connection Between Earth’s Magnetic Field, Auroras, and Whale Breaching — Story
"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