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Igniting Brilliance
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…
News & Stories
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In February 2024, one of our Connect Events took place for the 2023/2024 Curious Minds cohort. Throughout the program, students engage in online Connect Events, a chance to catch up, learn and engage. These events feature guest lectures, interactive sessions, interactive activities, and networking.
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"Growing up in a small rural town, there were very few role models around in STEM, and even fewer that were women. Having since landed in a career in STEM, I think I would have benefitted so much if I had had a mentor or coach that would be a role model, showing me all the possibilities available for women in science."
Next camps
Dates for camps for the 2025-26 Curious Minds – girls in STEM Program.
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)
6 – 10 July 2026
Winter Camp - Online
(all participants)
