STEM Sisters Mentoring Program


Mentorship for Success in STEM
The STEM Sisters mentoring program (STEM SIS) is dedicated to supporting women of colour (WOC) in pursuing careers in STEM fields. Our program provides tailored mentoring support and networking opportunities to help our mentees achieve their professional goals and thrive in their careers.
At STEM SIS, we believe mentoring is a powerful tool for supporting career development and growth. Our program is designed to facilitate meaningful mentor-mentee relationships that allow mentees to learn from the experiences of their mentors, gain valuable insights into the STEM industry, and develop the skills needed to succeed in their careers.
We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our program. We believe that supporting WOC in STEM careers can create a more inclusive and equitable future for all.
Breaking Barriers, Creating Opportunities: A Unique Mentoring Program for WOC in STEM
By WOC for WOC
We take pride in offering a mentoring program exclusively by women of colour (WOC) for women of colour in STEM. We understand that the representation, support, and guidance from individuals who share similar experiences will be transformative. Our program is designed to provide a safe and empowering space where WOC in STEM can connect, learn, and grow.
Customized Matches
Our program offers customized mentor-mentee matches based on areas of interest and career goals. We understand that everyone’s journey is unique, and we strive to create meaningful connections between mentors and mentees who share similar passions and aspirations. This tailored approach ensures that mentees receive targeted support and guidance that aligns with their specific needs and ambitions.
Three categories to choose from
We understand that different individuals have unique needs and goals at various stages of their STEM careers. That’s why our mentoring program offers three distinct categories tailored to meet the specific requirements of our mentees. Whether you are a current student, recent graduate, early career professional, STEM returner, or considering a career shift, we have a mentoring stream designed just for you.
Revitalized and Resilient: STEM Sisters Mentoring Program Returns with Strong Sponsorship Support
After a successful launch in 2019 and a positive response from the STEM community, the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program is coming back in 2023. We are excited to announce that, with our sponsors’ generous support, we can once again offer this transformative program to women of colour in STEM.
In 2019, the program was met with overwhelming enthusiasm, connecting WOC mentees with experienced mentors who shared their passion for advancing diversity in the STEM fields. The program continued its mission in 2020, witnessing the growth and achievements of its participants. However, due to insufficient financial resources, we were unable to offer the program in 2021 and 2022.
Now, we are proud to return in 2023 stronger than ever, thanks to the unwavering support of our sponsors and partners. Their commitment to empowering WOC in STEM has made it possible for us to revitalize the program and continue making a lasting impact in the lives and careers of our mentees.
We are grateful to the following sponsors and partners for recognizing the importance of diversity and inclusion in STEM and partnering with us to make a meaningful difference. Their support enables us to offer a comprehensive program that addresses the specific needs and aspirations of WOC in STEM, empowering them to excel in their chosen fields.
Mentoring Program Categories
Regardless of your category, the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program is committed to providing the tools, knowledge, and network you need to thrive in the STEM industry. We believe in the power of mentorship to empower women of colour and promote diversity and inclusion within the STEM fields.

Attention current STEM students who are women of colour! Are you seeking an opportunity to connect with experienced STEM professionals who can help guide your career journey? Look no further than the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program!
Our 12-week mentoring program is designed specifically for women of colour studying STEM subjects. We believe that mentorship is crucial for career development, and our program allows mentees to connect with mentors with experience in their field of interest.
As a mentee in our program, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the STEM industry, develop professional skills, and build your network. You’ll be matched with a mentor with experience in your field of interest who can provide guidance and support throughout the program. Plus, you’ll have access to customized mentoring matches based on your areas of interest and career goals.
Our program is open to women of colour from all STEM fields, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Whether you’re just starting your career path or looking to take your skills to the next level, our program can provide the support and resources you need to succeed.
Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity! Apply now to become a mentee in the 2023 STEM Sisters Mentoring Program. We can’t wait to help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential in STEM.
You’ll be mentored on the following:
Mentoring program features:
MENTORING PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Recent STEM graduates who are women of colour, are you feeling lost or uncertain about your next steps? The STEM Sisters Mentoring Program is here to support you!
Our 12-week program is designed specifically for recent graduates who are women of colour interested in pursuing a career in STEM. Our program allows mentees to connect with experienced STEM professionals who can provide guidance and support throughout the program.
As a mentee in our program, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the STEM industry, develop professional skills, and build your network. You’ll be matched with a mentor who has experience in your field of interest and who can provide guidance and support throughout the program. Plus, you’ll have access to customized mentoring matches based on your areas of interest and career goals.
Our program is open to women of colour from all STEM fields, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Whether you’re just starting on your career path or looking to take your skills to the next level, our program can provide the support and resources you need to succeed.
Don’t let uncertainty hold you back! Apply now to become a mentee in the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program. We can’t wait to help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential in STEM.
You’ll be mentored on the following:
Mentoring Program Features:
MENTORING PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Are you an early career STEM professional, a STEM returner, a STEM career shifter, and a woman of colour? Do you need additional support and guidance to reach your career goals? The STEM Sisters Mentoring Program is here to help!
Our 12-week mentoring program is designed specifically for women of colour who are looking to advance their careers, gain new skills, or transition into new areas of STEM. Our program provides an opportunity for mentees to connect with a group of mentors and peers who can offer valuable insights and perspectives.
As a mentee in our program, you’ll have access to regular group meetings, one-on-one mentoring sessions, and professional development workshops. You’ll be matched with a mentor who has experience in your field of interest and who can provide guidance and support throughout the program. Plus, you’ll have access to customised mentoring matches based on your areas of interest and career goals.
Our program is open to women of colour from all STEM fields, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Whether you’re looking to gain new skills, transition into a new area of STEM, or advance your career, our program can provide the support and resources you need to succeed.
Don’t let the challenges of early career STEM life hold you back! Apply now to become a mentee in the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program. We can’t wait to help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential in STEM.
You’ll be mentored on the following:
Mentoring Program Features:

Are you a woman of colour in STEM with an entrepreneurial mindset? Do you have an idea for a startup, innovation, or business but are unsure how to turn it into reality?
The STEM Sisters Mentoring Program – Entrepreneurship Track is designed to support women of colour in STEM who want to build businesses, launch innovations, or develop entrepreneurial careers.
This 12-week mentoring program connects aspiring founders with experienced entrepreneurs, industry leaders, investors, and startup mentors who can help guide their entrepreneurial journey.
Through structured mentoring, workshops, and networking opportunities, participants will learn how to transform ideas into viable ventures, develop business skills, and build meaningful industry connections.
As a mentee in this program, you will receive guidance from mentors who have experience in entrepreneurship, startups, innovation, and business development. You will also gain access to a supportive community of women who are navigating similar entrepreneurial paths.
Our program is open to women of colour across all STEM disciplines, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Whether you are exploring a business idea, developing a startup, or seeking to commercialise research, this program provides the support and resources needed to help you succeed.
Turn your ideas into impact. Apply now to join the STEM Sisters Entrepreneurship Mentoring Track.
You’ll be mentored on:
Mentoring Program Features:
MENTORING PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Program Timeline
STEM Sisters Mentoring program begins on the week starting from 10th July 2023 (week 1) and ends on the week ending on 29th September 2023 (Week 12)
As a mentee, committing dedicated time and effort to the program is important. Please review your schedule and ensure that you have the availability to actively engage in mentoring sessions, meetings, and related program activities before you submit your EOI.


2023 Mentees

Pragya Gautam
Deakin University

Preetha Ravi
Deakin University

Natasha Lai
Monash University

Ajani De Vas Gunasekara
Monash University

Jaspreet Kaur Sandhu
University of Adelaide

Rimpal Kaur
Holmesglen University

Sruthi Chandrasekharan
RMIT University

Ishani Majmudar
Deakin University

Mitra Ashayeripanah
Monash University

Sanjeevini Babu Reddiar
Monash University

Shrivarshini Vasudevan
University of Melbourne

Arthe Raajendiran
Monash University

Andionne Parlade
Monash University

Fateme Akhlaghi
RMIT University

Tanisha
RMIT University

Feyleen Chrisella
Monash University

Milindi Kodikara
RMIT University

Natalia Rosas Bastidas
Monash University

Pat Chen
Monash University

Sally Chen
University of Melbourne

Jacinta Patel
University of Melbourne

Nomun B
Swinburne University

Adsheaya Vasakan
Victoria University

Nuresha Kumarasinghe
RMIT University

Yesha Desai
RMIT University

Cindy Shi
University of Melbourne

Pooja Ganger
Victoria University

Amy Deuja
Federation University

Karishma Aashcharya Hanwellage Don
Federation University

Meghana Kulkarni
Monash University

Sirui (Annie) Fang
Monash University

Peravina Thergarajan
Monash University

Manika Saha
Monash University

An Tran
Swinburne University

Nafisa Khan
Swinburne University

Safina Batool
Sukkur Iba University

Garima Sharma
Monash University

Sylvia Yacoub
La Trobe University
Program Timeline
STEM Sisters Mentoring program begins on the week starting from 15th July 2024 (week 1) and ends on the week ending on the 6th October 2024 (Week 12)

2024 Mentees

Celine Prasad
University of Sydney

Artika Kumari
La Trobe University

Harley Ngo
Deakin University

Pooja Rao
Deakin University

Naomi Liu
Macquarie University

Lea Lim
University of Melbourne

Juliet Doling
Deakin University

Sampurna Shrestha
University of Canberra

Sukhmanpreet Kaur
Federation University

Anjalee Senarath
University of Melbourne

Poonam Sood
Mp bhoj university india

Madhu Mithraa Prabakar
Deakin University

Phavithra Manoharan
Victoria University

Sheida Shadani
Monash University

Gem Phan
Swinburne University

Shashi Bahuguna
La Trobe University

Mrunmayi Patil
RMIT University

Zoe Tong
Monash University

Javiera Olivares-Rojas
Monash University

Balqes Alatawi
University of Melbourne

Nisha Nehra
La Trobe University

Amy Jennings
Victoria University

Mithra Kaipravan
Incheon National University

Jasmine Nguyen
La Trobe University

Seohyun Baek
University of Melbourne

Fariha Jaigirdar
Deakin University

Jananipriya Sivamani
Monash University

Mina Al-Khafaji
Monash University

Laura Rey Gomez
Macquarie University

Ayesha Ali
Monash University

Chaitanya Arora
University of Melbourne

Imarsha Pathirana
University of Melbourne

Gaihong Wang
University of Technology Sydney

Karunya Radhakrishnan
Deakin University

Amani Jaha
RMIT University

Jinnat Hasan
Holmesglen Institute

Yanyi Huang
RMIT University

Shahenaz Chaudhari
Holmesglen Institute

Alina Lam
Monash University

Madhuri Edla
RMIT University

Nimali Lakmini Munasinghe
Monash University

Emily Peng
RMIT University

Garima Sharma
Monash University

Rebecca Wu
University of Melbourne

Sisara Siriwardana
Monash University

Asmaa Hussein
University of Melbourne

Kajal Khodaskar
Monash University

Beauty Paradzayi
Victoria University

Chimi Wangmo
Melbourne Institute of Technology

Ying Tai
Monash University

Senani Rathnayake
University of Technology Sydney

Angel Wu
Monash University

Despina Kiriakidis
La Trobe University

Sadia Afrin Smigdha
Deakin University

Asma Rahman
University of Melbourne

Ziggy Hao
University of Melbourne
Program Timeline
STEM Sisters Mentoring program begins on the week starting from 14th July 2025 (week 1) and ends on the week ending on the 3rd October 2025 (Week 12)
As a mentee or mentor, committing dedicated time and effort to the program is important. Please review your schedule and ensure that you have the availability to actively engage in mentoring sessions, meetings, and related program activities.

2025 Mentees

Krystal Nguyen
Deakin University

Malsha Mettananda
La Trobe University

Hashini Amarasena
Deakin University

Gamze Buse Yilmaz Istabbulluoglu
Middle East Technical University

Mojdeh Dinarvand
University of Sydney

Annam Rashid
Deakin University

Ziyi Cheng
University of Melbourne

Archana Natarajan
Monash University

Amanda Fahmi
Swinburne University

Abhinayasri Govindarajula
Holmesglen Institute

Sanduni Madawala
Monash University

Sonia Sharma
University of Melbourne

Tuhar Nusha Yeasmin
Monash University

Jessica Ji
Monash University

Heshani Udeshika
Deakin University

Cali Tsoi
University of New South Wales

Priyanka Kundu
University of New South Wales

Dinethya Perera
Deakin University

Zi En Tham
University of Technology Sydney

Nicole Fung
University of Queensland

Yumna Zaheed
University of New South Wales

Akachi Ikwu
Victorian Institute of Technology

Sulochani Rathnayaka
RMIT University

Honda Jayathilaka
University of New South Wales

Sadia Ahmed
University of Sydney

Yasaman Azizi
RMIT University

Tien Au
University of Adelaide

Kumkum Ravish
Deakin University

Ruchira Ranaweera
The University of Adelaide

Precious Lazo
University of New South Wales

Eehui Lim
Monash University

Brinda Manimaran
University of Adelaide

Fathima Yushra Ramzy
La Trobe University

Himanya Dayarathne
Deakin University

Aigerim Kydyrova
University of Sydney

Yihan Shi
University of Technology Sydney

Dharani Sutharshan
University of New South Wales

Preetha Ravi
University of Melbourne

Maham Bukhari
Bahria University








