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

"STEM careers have the ability to give women greater independence, power, and life experience, whether it be through travel, good salary potential or global career experience. I personally feel I have a great debt to repay the mentors who did the same for me, so I am thrilled to have found this program."

Carla Donnelly — STEM Coach
"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
"I was in a school from rural NSW back then, this program allowed me to expand my vision into the field, alongside friends from all over the country, and was especially fortunate to learn from women who were industry experts in their respective roles."

Moe Myint Tha — Alumni