Resources and Opportunities
Discover resources and opportunities available to support women in STEM across their careers and promote gender equity.
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NSW
Franklin Women Mentoring Program
The Franklin Women Mentoring Program is a cross-organisational and structured 6-month program that combines informal mentoring sessions with formal sessions facilitated by experts in inclusive leadership.
It aims to support high-potential women in health and medical research careers progress into leadership positions, retaining their skill in the sector. It also provides male and female leaders with the opportunity to develop their mentorship skills as well as increase their awareness of the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and the role they play in achieving this.
Read the 2017/18 evaluation report here.
NSW, Sydney
NIDA Influential Women Course
The National Institute of Dramatic Art offers a two-day Influential Women course which aims to refine presence and presentation skills to assist women in engaging audiences and handling challenging situations in the workplace.
National
L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science
Ongoing
Each year, the program recognises the achievements of exceptional female scientists at different stages of their careers and awards them with Fellowships to help further their research.
VIC, Melbourne
veski - Inspiring Women
The veski inspiring women STEM sidebyside program is an initiative to support women in the STEM industries that is led by veski with the support of the British Consulate General Melbourne. This dynamic program is designed to empower women at different career stages with the skills, networks and mindset to develop and achieve their career goals within STEM industries.
National
Mentor Walks Australia
Ongoing
Combining the power of mentoring with the well-being benefits of walking, matched mentors and mentees walk and talk in the fresh air for an hour of knowledge exchange.
National
Women & Leadership Australia
Women & Leadership Australia (WLA) is dedicated to developing female leaders and supporting the increased presence of women in business and community leadership roles.
National
Envisage - Academic Navigation for Women
Ongoing
Envisage connects female academics with high profile women who have had exceptional careers in academia and research.
Science Technology Australia Diversity and Inclusion Policy
An example of STA diversity and inclusion policy that applies to there workplace, programs and activities.
VIC, Melbourne
Women in Leadership Development Program
WILD is is a 12-month course that builds qualifications, skills and confidence to help mid-career women attain senior leadership roles and company directorships.
Online
Women for Media
Women for Media, an initiative of the Women's Leadership Institute Australia, was established to provide journalists and event organisers with quick access to experienced and respected Australian leaders from a range of industries.