Women in STEM Conference at Melbourne Zoo (Catholic Schools)

Women in STEM: Future Careers, 21st Century Skills and Role Models

Females are drastically underrepresented in STEM subjects and jobs across the planet – let’s change that! On the eve of National Science Week 2019, educate and inspire your Year 7–10 students by connecting with real-world STEM mentors and case studies. This conference is especially for Catholic Schools and hosted by Zoos Victoria, Catholic Education Office Melbourne, St Aloysius College and girledworld.

Through hands-on activities, guest speakers and reflection, this conference will explore:

• Female STEM mentors and role models
• Real-world case studies of women in STEM
• The role of STEM in the future of work
• How STEM subjects and courses can lead to future STEM education and careers
• How personal strengths, skills and experience can be translated to STEM study and careers

Students will walk away from this conference inspired, educated and excited by relatable real-world STEM mentors. They will also tap into their learning, skills and interests to explore their place in STEM.

This program links to Victorian Curriculum Level 7–10:

• Design and Technologies – Technologies and Society
• Science – Science as a Human Endeavour
• Personal and Social Capability – Development of Resilience, Collaboration
• Critical and Creative Thinking – Questions and Possibilities
• Sustainability

Capacity: Each school is welcome to bring up to 15 students in Years 7-10.

Note: Vegetarian morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea are provided for attending teachers. Students are to bring their own rubbish-free lunch.