Women in STEMM
Australia
Women in STEMM Australia began in 2014 and has grown into a nationally and internationally recognised association for women in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine (STEMM). Our core purpose is to advocate for gender equity and equality in Australia’s STEMM sectors, and support initiatives that drive change in the workplace and learning space, engage on gender equity in STEMM, whilst upholding core values such as respect and scientific excellence. Our role is to ensure women in STEMM with the capacity and capability to contribute to the innovation agenda are equally included, recognized and rewarded for their experience and expertise.
Our philosophy is “Pay It Forward” and we uphold the core values of scientific excellence and respect for all. Our activities welcome and aim to benefit all women in STEMM regardless of their discipline and profession. Women in STEMM Australia has created a diverse, inclusive network of STEMM professionals at all levels of academia, industry, education, business and government. Our blog is our cornerstone feature, where STEMM though leaders at all levels share their career experiences, their views on gender equity and diversity, best practices and policies, and their experiences of the changing nature of work in the STEMM sector.
Our website and social media profiles are our primary engagement platforms so we encourage you to get online. We regularly post profiles of Australia’s women in STEMM – students and professionals. Increased gender equity, diversity and inclusion benefits everyone. If you identify as a woman in STEMM, or you are someone championing change in STEMM, then Women in STEMM Australia is for you. Women in STEMM Australia aims to provide everyone from everywhere ready access to information and resources, so non-voting membership is free – learn more and register at our website.