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

  • Dr Meena Sritharan

    "I wanted to become a coach as I believe "seeing what you can be" plays a key role in pursuing our goals, especially as a woman and a woman of colour. I still have yet to see people who look like me in our field and now recognise that I want to be a role model for others to pursue a career that might not seem as fathomable now."

    Dr Meena Sritharan — STEM Coach
  • Curious Minds Connect Event 2 in February 2024

    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.

    Curious Minds Connect Event 2 in February 2024 — Story
  • 128 schoolgirls tackle gender gap at national STEM camps

    Superstars of STEM join biggest-ever mentoring programs for girls.

    128 schoolgirls tackle gender gap at national STEM camps — Story

Next camps

Dates for camps for the 2025-26 Curious Minds – girls in STEM Program.

Summer Camps (In-Person)

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)

Winter Camp (Online)

6 – 10 July 2026

Winter Camp - Online

(all participants)

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Do you have a curious mind?

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