About Us

STEM Sisters is committed to empowering and supporting women of colour in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields to achieve their full potential.

STEM SISTERS

Our Vission

Our vision is to be a leader in creating a diverse and inclusive STEM community in which women of colour can thrive and excel. We aim to break down systemic barriers and promote equal access to opportunities in STEM fields, ultimately contributing to a more equitable and innovative society.

Empowering WOC in STEM

Our primary objective is empowering women of colour (WOC) in STEM. Our initiatives provide support, resources, and opportunities for WOC at all stages of their STEM careers. We aim to help WOC overcome the intersectional barriers of gender and racial bias in STEM and increase their participation in STEM education and careers.

Building community

We are more than just a set of initiatives – we are a community. Our impact also includes building a supportive network of WOC in STEM, fostering collaboration, and nurturing deeper connections. By creating a safe space for WOC in STEM to connect, learn, and grow, we aim to increase the visibility of WOC in STEM who are often overlooked and support them in further developing their leadership and professional goals.

Driving systemic change

Ultimately, our impact is about driving lasting systemic change in the STEM industry. We aim to contribute to a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable STEM industry by addressing the specific needs and challenges WOC faces in STEM. Our initiatives also aim to raise awareness of the importance of diversity and inclusion in STEM, challenge biases, and breakthrough specific barriers that hold WOC back from progressing in their STEM journeys.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about STEM Sisters, our programs, and how to get involved. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact us.

STEM Sisters aims to support women of colour in STEM by providing them with access to mentoring and skill development opportunities, creating a safe space for fellowship and collaboration, raising visibility for women of colour in STEM who are often overlooked, and empowering them to develop their leadership and professional goals further. Our programs are specifically designed to address the unique challenges women of colour face in STEM, including gender and racial bias.

STEM Sisters offers a range of uniquely structured programs specially developed to empower women of colour in STEM. Our programs aim to support women of colour at all stages of their STEM careers, including STEM students, recent STEM graduates, early-career STEM professionals, STEM returners, STEM career shifters, and STEM leaders. These programs include a mentoring program, an ambassador program, BE YOU! program, a LinkedIn group for awareness of opportunities, and a quarterly digital magazine, MAGNIFY.

STEM Sisters programs are specifically designed to empower women of colour in STEM. Therefore, our programs are open to women of colour at all stages of their STEM careers, including STEM students, recent STEM graduates, early-career STEM professionals, STEM returners, STEM career shifters, and STEM leaders.

STEM Sisters conducts regular evaluations of its programs to measure their impact on the women of colour in STEM who participate. These evaluations include gathering feedback from program participants and tracking their progress in achieving their goals. Additionally, STEM Sisters aims to contribute to the scholarly research on gender disparities in STEM by providing a valuable contribution to the knowledge gap around the experiences of women of colour in the Australian STEM sector.

Highlights From Past Initiatives

Take a glimpse into our vibrant community by exploring photos from our previous programs and events. Witness the inspiring moments and connections made as we empower Women of Color in STEM.