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24.01.2022 Do you have expectations for what you imagine your child will grow up doing? Are they different for boys and girls? According to Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources, in 2019/20, around a third of young people considered STEM-related roles for their future careers. 41% of boys considered STEM related roles vs 24% of girls. Parents, carers and teachers have a massive impact on girls' attitudes towards study and careers. Watch the video and find out how we can encourage girls to imagine their future selves in any career they want. https://bit.ly/2IfdUhr #itsuptoyou #BeBoldForChange

22.01.2022 Here’s a peek into what we have in store for 2021 We’ll focus on attracting girls into STEM, and retaining and progressing women in STEM. We’ll raise awareness of the diverse and exciting career possibilities in STEM. All this, with the help of our best supporters: you! ... #WomeninSTEM #STEMeducation #STEMcareers #STEMisfun #girlsinSTEM

16.01.2022 Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith's National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) talk left Year 12 participants "star struck!" - their words, not ours. Read about her presentation to the young scientists on:

15.01.2022 It's not all planting and watering... Farmers use science and mathematics to manage farms and use new technology, such as drones, to protect crops from disease and drought. Meet Frankie the Farmer, and 11 other characters who use STEM skills in their jobs on https://bit.ly/3mDf0lY

08.01.2022 The Request for Tender (RFT) closes at 10am (AEDT) on Monday 1 February 2021. #boostingfemalefounders

02.01.2022 Two weeks in as Australia's Chief Scientist and two inspiring engagements with Australia's young scientific minds. Thanks to National Questacon Invention Conven...tion #NQIC2021 for giving me the chance to talk about science being the important first step of the problem solving journey. Thanks also to National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) for inviting me to discuss the critical role of STEM in meeting Australia’s future challenges and underpinning the jobs of tomorrow. Feeling excited for the future of science in Australia. - CF