Stop moving, pay attention. It’s one of the most frustrating phrases to hear for neurodiverse people who need that movement topay attention. At The Spot Sensory Shop in Deakin, occupational therapists (OTs) are challenging false perceptions, one wobble cushion at a time.
Young women at St Clare’s College have mastered soldering, engineering skills and programming to improve the safety of traffic controllers, winning first place at the Australian Information Industry Association iAwards.
A 2020 study led by Girls Who Code revealed only 21 per cent of women feel it is easy to thrive in tech. That statistic drops to just eight per cent for women of colour. The challenges may not look the same as they did 30 years ago, but are we dealing with the same problems, wrapped in a purple banner?
Women in ICT (WIC) have teamed up with Underground Spirits to break barriers in the tech industry and create WIC Gin. From each sale, $20 will go towards WIC events, awards, and initiatives that support girls and women in tech across all stages of their career.
A far cry from the “guy coding in a hoodie” she says is often associated with IT, Michelle utilised her specialisation in cybersecurity and architecture to advise the Secretary of Defence and Prime Minister of Iraq in 2008.
After almost failing maths in high school, 18-year-old Luella Phillips is now embarking on a career in STEM, in part thanks to a tutor who supported her learning through undiagnosed ADHD.
Luella always...
“Intrinsically, we all deserve the same things. And a part of that is being given the same environment and opportunities, an equal playing field for all of us.” - LEOMA BAHNTOFF, 17.
This...
UN Women’s theme for 2022 International Women’s Day (IWD), taking place on 8 March, recognises the unsung contributions of women and girls.
Changing Climates: Equality today for a sustainable tomorrow aims to celebrate...
If you're looking to help #BreakTheBias this International Women's Day (IWD), check out what's happening right here in Canberra on and around Tuesday 8 March.
Navy helicopter pilots hold a highly coveted position in the Australian Defence Force, sought after for their priority in rescue missions, medical evacuations, and disaster relief.
The Navy has a slightly higher female...
Researchers from the University of Canberra had just three minutes to pitch their research projects last week as they competed for funding as part of the global Three Minute Thesis (3MT) contest.
University of Canberra celebrated a major grant from the Australian Government on Monday as part of the Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship (WiSE) program.
Eight organisations will receive a boost from WiSE, to...
