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Nov 2024
Read our Annual report 2023–24
The report outlines our work and performance for the last financial year.
Nov 2024
Our 2024 APS Employee Census results
The APS Employee Census results collect the workforce views on important issues.
Nov 2024
National Reconstruction Fund Corporation invests $40 million in manufacturing
This marks the start of the corporation’s investments in Australian industry.
Nov 2024
256 STEM scholarships for women and non-binary people in STEM
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE)’s Elevate: Boosting Diversity in STEM program will help grow a diverse workforce in in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Nov 2024
Aravax is testing potential new ways to tackle food allergy
The Biomedical Translation Fund is powering cutting-edge biotech research with support from Brandon Capital.
Nov 2024
$5.2 million for quantum solutions to solve key national challenges
Round 1 of the Critical Technologies Challenge Program (CTCP) will fund 14 projects across Australia.
Nov 2024
New report highlights Australia’s progress as a quantum leader
The State of Australian Quantum report details achievements to date under the National Quantum Strategy.
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20 January 2022
$13 million in grants plus hundreds of scholarships to support women in STEM and entrepreneurship
The Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship (WISE) grants program offers further funding to deliver greater impact. The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) will be the program delivery partner for the Boosting the Next Generation of Women in STEM program.
12 November 2021
Superstars championing change for women in STEM
The Superstars of STEM initiative aims to smash gender stereotypes, increase women’s visibility in the media and inspire young girls and women in STEM. See the Superstars’ amazing impacts from 2017 to 2021.
17 August 2021
What can teachers tell us about engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls in STEM?
We commissioned research to help improve support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls in STEM education and careers. Read the full report and highlights in our STEM Equity Monitor.
26 May 2021
What happens to women who graduate with STEM degrees?
A longitudinal study follows a cohort of women and men to understand their career paths, income and carer responsibilities beyond university.
19 May 2021
How does gender impact girls’ and boys’ aspirations for STEM study and careers?
Parents, teachers and career advisors are the key influencers on young people’s future study and career. A new study reveals their views on science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
3 May 2021
Second national data report on girls and women in STEM
The STEM Equity Monitor 2021 edition collects and integrates data from a wider range of sources and brings them together in one place.
8 March 2021
Celebrating International Women’s Day in a COVID-19 world
COVID-19 has highlighted persisting gender inequality. Join us in celebrating the efforts of girls and women in shaping a more equal future.
3 December 2020
Smashing gender stereotypes: meet the new Superstars of STEM
Another 60 accomplished women join the Superstars of STEM initiative to increase the visibility of women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
3 November 2020
New initiative inspires girls to see a future in STEM
The Future You Initiative inspires girls to see their future selves in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
4 September 2020
Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith continues as Women in STEM Ambassador
Professor Harvey-Smith has made a substantial contribution to addressing gender inequities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
8 March 2020
National action plan and data report to advance women in STEM
The Australian Government launched the Advancing Women in STEM 2020 Action Plan and the STEM Equity Monitor on International Women’s Day.
7 April 2019
A national strategy for advancing women in STEM
2019-20 Budget initiatives build on the Government’s commitment to advancing women and girls in STEM.