COMMITTED TO EMPOWERING WOMEN OF COLOUR IN STEM

STEM SISTERS

Welcome to STEM Sisters, a community dedicated to empowering women of colour (WOC) in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Our mission is to break down the systemic barriers that prevent WOC from pursuing and excelling in STEM fields. We offer a range of programs designed to support women at every stage of their STEM careers, from students to leaders.

our Initiatives
At STEM Sisters, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion to drive innovation and success. We are dedicated to nurturing, empowering, and elevating Women of Colour (WOC) in Australia’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Our mission is to break down barriers and create lasting systemic change, ensuring that WOC’s are well-represented in STEM education, careers, and leadership positions.
We are being recognised and awarded for our efforts.

STEM SISTERS

We are a thriving community of WOC in STEM, offering a range of programs, events and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Join STEM Sisters and become part of a community dedicated to empowering women of colour in STEM. Our culturally and racially marginalised STEM women’s community consist of

STEM Student

STEM Graduates

STEM Returners

Early Career STEM Professionals

STEM Career Shifters

STEM Experts

WOMEN OF COLOUR IN STEM: FIXING A LEAKY PIPELINE

WOCs in STEM experience a leaky pipeline due to the intersectional challenges of gender and race, and they fall through the following cracks, which requires diverse initiatives to address these unique challenges WOCs face in STEM.

OUR PROGRAMS

We Love Serving Our Community

STEM Sisters offers a range of unique programs to support and empower WOC in STEM. These programs are designed to address the specific needs and challenges WOC faces in STEM and offer opportunities for networking, skill development, and personal growth.

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Mentoring Program

Provides WOC in STEM with an opportunity to increase their understanding of the STEM sector, strengthen their skills to succeed in the STEM industry, and extend their professional network. The STEM SIS mentoring program has three main streams.

Increase Awareness of Opportunities

The LinkedIn group ensures that members are informed when there are opportunities so they have access to all STEM opportunities to enhance their STEM careers. 
(currently 1090+ members)

Ambassador Program

Aims to provide talented and ambitious WOC students who study in STEM fields or recently graduated with the opportunity to enhance their professional skills to feel more connected with the STEM industry. The program includes five workshops and outreach activities.

MAGNIFY

A quarterly digital publication that is the first and only 
of its kind dedicated to empowering WOC in STEM in Australia. 

BE YOU

The ‘BE YOU’ program is designed to help women escape this vicious cycle of trying to fit in and pretending to be someone else for fear of rejection and finally finding their personal style – the one in which they’ll feel confident, free and most importantly themself.

FUTURE ME

Future Me inspires and empowers young girls of colour to explore STEM through workshops and digital resources. 

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Who’s Talking About Us

At STEM Sisters, we’re proud to have garnered attention and recognition from various media outlets, organizations, and industry leaders. Our mission to empower Women of Color in STEM has resonated with a wide audience, and we’re excited to share some highlights of our journey.

Our work has been featured in numerous publications, showcasing our impact and achievements, and we are honoured to have received endorsements and support from influential figures in the STEM sector.

OUR SUPPORTERS AND COLLABORATORS

WHO WE HAVE WORKED WITH:

We partner with universities, STEM organizations, and government and non-governmental organizations to expand our reach and impact.

STEM SISTERS

Together, We Rise

We envision a future where WOC are recognized and celebrated for their contributions to the STEM community. By joining STEM Sisters, you will become part of a growing network of talented, ambitious, and passionate women dedicated to driving change and empowering one another. Together, we can break down barriers, shatter stereotypes, and create a more inclusive and equitable future in STEM.

STEM Sisters was established to address the unique intersectional gap to empower women of colour in STEM and address the intersectional barriers they face. The organization’s commitment to providing inclusive and supportive initiatives has significantly impacted the lives and careers of many women of colour in STEM in Australia.

Dr Ruwangi Fernando, Founder and Director of STEM Sisters