Office of the Women in STEM Ambassador Program
Discover the diversity of women in STEM as we help build a thriving community.
The Office of the Women in STEM Ambassador removes systemic barriers to women and girls’ participation across all Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines including natural, physical and life sciences. Australia’s first Women in STEM Ambassador, Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith was appointed in 2018 to lead the Government’s efforts to support and work in STEM fields.
The Women in STEM Ambassador is focused on gender equity issues across all Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines including natural, physical and life sciences. Australia’s first Women in STEM Ambassador, Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith is poised to lead the Government’s effort to support and work in STEM fields.
The primary aim of the Ambassador's role is to increase the participation of women and girls in STEM studies and careers. The Ambassador works towards achieving this by engaging with stakeholders across Australia to build visibility and drive needed cultural and social change for gender equity in STEM.
Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith complements the existing work and activities that are driving greater gender equity in STEM, both government and sector-led, and aims to improve co-ordination and national benefit from those activities. She works across all sectors including education and training, research, academia and industry.
Meet the team
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Research Associate, Women in STEM Ambassador.
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Digital Content and Research Officer.
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Senior Administrative Officer.
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Chief Investigator.
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Program Manager, Future You.
STEM resources
STEM careers
Explore the career options in STEM from aviation right through to information technology. Learn about the growth of the industry and study options that can launch your career.
Women in STEM Decadal Plan
Australia’s strategic plan to improve gender equity in STEM.
The Girls in STEM Toolkit
Provides resources for students, educators and families to increase the engagement of girls in STEM.
STEM Women
A database of 2,000+ STEM women in Australia. Use this resource to find STEM talent for media and conference engagements.
Academy for Enterprising Girls
Read great stories and be inspired by videos that showcase how young Australian girls are building core enterprising and innovation skills.
STEM Careers Guide
An ultimate career guide to getting hired for STEM graduates in Australia.
Contact us
For further information, contact the Office of the Women in STEM Ambassador.