Study Australia - Let's talk: Women in STEM webinar

Study Australia celebrated International Women’s Day with the - Let’s talk: Women in STEM webinar.

The webinar was panelled by four exceptional female international students and alumnae in STEM fields and chaired by Dr Ruwangi Fernando, an accomplished IT expert and AI specialist and Founder and Director of STEM Sisters.

Panel Guests
➤ Dr Javiera Olivares Rojas from Chille: Recently completed a PhD in conservation biology at Monash University. She has just started a new role as research fellow.
➤ Victoria Bashu from Bangladesh: Undertaking her PhD in nuclear physics and accelerator applications at Australian National University.
➤ Gabriella Angelica from Indonesia: Studying a Bachelor of Molecular Sciences and Master of Biomedical Science at The University of Western Australia.
➤ Adiba Zarin from Bangladesh: Studied a Master of Information Technology at Macquarie University. She now works as an information technology consultant in financial services.

The panel discussed their achievements and experiences studying and pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) in Australia and shared their advice for students looking to follow a similar path.

STEM skills are crucial for a changing future. Digital technology has become a core part of our everyday lives. Advances in technology impact everything, especially the world of work. Entire job sectors are emerging or disappearing, and workforces are rushing to keep up with change. As the world of work changes, we will need to change our skills to match.

Overcoming these limitations requires a priority focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Despite the unique perspectives they bring, women are underrepresented in STEM fields. If we are to meet the skills demands of the future, more women are needed in STEM.