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Academy Fellow recognised for gender equality leadership
For her contribution to the advancement of gender equality across Australia, Academy Fellow Professor Tanya Monro is the South Australian recipient of the 2019 Australian Award for Excellence in Women’s Leadership.
New database to boost the visibility of women in STEM
Australian women in STEM will be more visible thanks to a new resource showcasing the depth of talent of those working in the field. STEM Women is an online directory of women in Australia working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Academy welcomes new leaders for communication and diversity
The Australian Academy of Science welcomes Louise Moes to the role of Manager Diversity and Inclusion, and the appointment of Paul Richards as Director Communications and Outreach.
Scientists to work across the Morrison Ministry to ensure science informs policy development
The Australian Academy of Science welcomes the reappointment of the Hon Karen Andrews to Cabinet as the Minister for Industry, Science and Technology.
Pathways to Equity in STEM—first implementation step for the Women in STEM Decadal Plan
Pathways to Equity in STEM, proudly supported by Exclusive Presenting Partner UniBank, was the first implementation activity of the Women in STEM Decadal Plan held on 3 April 2019. The Australian Academy of Science and the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering brought together leaders from across the STEM sector, providing opportunities to learn from each other and collaborate to define their strategy for implementing the decadal plan.
Academy welcomes government strategy to advance women in STEM
The Australian Academy of Science has applauded the Australian Government’s ‘Advancing Women in STEM’ strategy released today by Minister for Industry, Science and Technology the Hon Karen Andrews MP.
