Resources and Opportunities
Discover resources and opportunities available to support women in STEM across their careers and promote gender equity.
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Networks
There are an abundance of networks across Australia each designed to support and motivate different groups of women in STEM. STEM Women aims to put all these networks in one place, so you can find the right one for you.
WA, Perth
Women in Tech WA
WiTWA is a Perth-based, not for profit organisation providing a framework for women in tech [+] to extend their networks and expand their knowledge on a broad range of professional topics. We encourage open conversation and inspire deliberation and debate.
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WISE Professional Network
To achieve gender equity through growing the profile of women in STEM roles through the promotion of strategies and initiatives to Attract, Retain, Develop, and Promote women within the subsea and other ocean-based industries.
VIC, Melbourne
Women in Science Parkville Precinct
Women in Science Parkville Precinct (WiSPP) works with five of Australia’s largest medical research institutes to advance research and translation by providing an environment that allows more women in science to lead and excel.
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STEM Sisters
Stem Sisters is home to a diverse group of female international students and female migrants committed to an intersectional approach for empowering women of Colour in STEM fields.
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aKIDemic Life
aKIDemic Life is a free resource hub for academics with caring responsibilities. Our mission is to provide you with solutions: to help you plan a successful academic career, reduce stress at work, and enjoy your family more. Whether you have children, are planning for the future, or are caring for family members, we curate relevant research, resources and mentoring to help you make informed decisions as you navigate academic life.
National
EMCR Forum
The Early- and Mid-Career Researcher Forum is run by and for all early- and mid-career researchers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics in Australia. Within this website you’ll find all manner of information and contacts to help you develop a career in and around STEM. Whether you are a recent PhD graduate in university research, based within the private sector, or making your contribution in Government, the EMCR Forum is here for you.