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

  • 2025-26 Winter Camp Wrap

    On Monday 6 July 2026, we commenced the 2025-26 Curious Minds Winter Camp! With over 130 people online from across Australia, we started our week of virtual camp that involves stimulating science, technology, engineering and mathematics sessions, fun activities and games, hands-on practicals, inspiring talks, and time to catch up with friends.

    2025-26 Winter Camp Wrap — Story
  • Rebekah McCann

    "The biggest highlights of the Curious Minds program for me were getting to meet girls my age who were interested in STEM too, talking to scientists from a wide range of careers and experiences, and getting to live in a large metropolitan city for the first time, as I'd spent most of my life living in regional North Queensland."

    Rebekah McCann — Alumni
  • Science, Sports, and Sisterhood: Emily’s Journey as a Curious Mind

    Emily Wright is a Curious Minds alum from 2018-2019 who has found a way to combine her multiple passions and interests into a unique set of expertise. Her Curious Minds story blends together sisterhood, science, and sport.

    Science, Sports, and Sisterhood: Emily’s Journey as a Curious Mind — Alumni
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Do you have a curious mind?

Learn more about becoming a Curious Minds Student or STEM Coach!