Curious Minds empowers girls who are passionate, high performers in Science,  Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) to explore their full potential, through a eight-month hands-on extension and mentoring program.

Do you have a curious mind?

If you’re a young woman who will be in Year 8, 9 or 10 in 2025 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, apply using the buttons below!

2024-25 applications are now open!

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Stories from alumni and coaches

  • Megan McKinney

    Be adventurous! Be different! And never be afraid for ask for help.

    Megan McKinney — Coach
  • Emily Braithwaite

    I chose mechanical engineering because I wanted to make a difference, specifically in terms of sustainability

    Emily Braithwaite — STEM Coach
  • Claire Yung

    I’d definitely recommend anyone who is passionate about science to seek out opportunities like holiday and camp programs.

    Claire Yung — Alumni

Next camps

Dates for camps for the 2024-25 Curious Minds – girls in STEM program

Summer Camps (In-Person)

Summer Camps (In-Person)

1 - 6 December 2024

East Camp held in Canberra

(ACT, NSW, VIC, TAS)

8 - 13 December 2024

West Camp held in Adelaide

(SA, WA, NT, QLD)

Winter Camp (Online)

Winter Camp (Online)

7 – 11 July 2025

Winter Camp - Online

(all participants)

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Coach a Curious Mind

If you’re a female professional working in the STEM industry and would like to mentor high-performing girls in years 8, 9 and 10 to explore their potential in STEM studies and careers, we would love to hear from you.