Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Become a Mentor with STEM SIS in 2025 Empowering Women of Colour in STEM across Victoria, New South Wales, and South Australia Are you passionate about supporting the next generation of Women of Colour (WOC) in STEM? The STEM Sisters Mentoring Program – STEM SIS is now accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for mentors for our 2025 program! This program is open to mentees based in Victoria, New South Wales, and South Australia, but we welcome mentors from all across Australia who are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM. Whether you're a Woman of Colour with lived experience or an ally who actively supports WOC in STEM, your insights and guidance can help culturally and racially marginalised women gain confidence, expand their networks, and grow professionally. Program Timeline · EOI Opens: 1st April 2025 · EOI Closes: 15th May 2025 · Program Duration: 7th July – 26th September 2025 📅 Key Dates Week 1 – Program Launch 🕛 12 PM – 1 PM, Wednesday 9th July 2025 (Online) Week 2 – Training Sessions · Mentee Training: 5 PM – 6 PM, Tuesday 15th July 2025 (Online) · Mentor Training: 12 PM – 1 PM, Thursday 17th July 2025 (Online) Week 4 – Networking Event 📍 Location and details to be announced (VIC, NSW, SA) Week 9 – Networking Event 📍 Location and details to be announced (VIC, NSW, SA) Week 12 – Program Closing Ceremony 🕛 12 PM – 1 PM, Thursday 25th September 2025 (Online) Join us as a STEM SIS Mentor and help create a more inclusive, supportive future in STEM. Together, we can empower Women of Colour across the states and lead lasting change. *** Women of Colour (WOC) refers to women in STEM who are culturally or racially marginalised. Join us as a STEM SIS MENTOR for the 2025 program If you have technical issues please email ruwangi.fernando@stemsisters.org.au Which of the following best describes your role in supporting Women of Colour in STEM? *I am a Woman of Colour in STEMI am an ally who actively supports WOC in STEMAbout YouFirst Name *Last Name *Email Address *Phone Number *What is your age? *18-2425-3031-4041-5051-6060+Prefer not to sayWhat is your gender? *What is your country of birth? *Do you have any access requirements you would like us to be aware of (e.g. disability status, etc)? *YesNoIf you selected "Yes" in the previous question, please provide more details.Current State of Residence *VictoriaNew South WalesSouth AustraliaOther can most is Current City or Town of Residence *Please provide the link to your LinkedIn page *What is your highest level of education? *Which STEM sector is your degree most closely related to? *Physics and AstronomyEarth SciencesEnvironmental StudiesInformation TechnologyEngineeringAgricultural StudiesBiological StudiesNatural and Physical Sciences nfdOther Natural and Physical SciencesMathematical SciencesOtherIf you chose "Other", please provide details here.List any languages you can speak other than English. *Employment DetailsYour employer? (Company name and the website) *What is your current role? *Years of Experience in STEM *Briefly describe your professional background and expertise. *Mentoring Program Assessment Questions Have you participated in any mentoring programs before? If yes, please provide details. *Describe your mentoring approach and philosophy. How do you envision supporting and guiding mentees? *What specific skills, knowledge, or insights do you feel you can offer to WOC in STEM? *Following are the main topics for mentees participating in the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program, which topics within your expertise that you would like to focus on as a mentor? *Career guidance and planningSkill development and enhancementNetworking and professional connectionsOvercoming challenges and barriers in STEMWork-life balance and well-being in STEMBuilding confidence and leadership skillsIndustry-specific insights and knowledgeOtherFrom the following, what are the specific mentee goals within your expertise that you would like to focus on as a mentor? *Securing an internshipJob search and securing entry-level employmentApplying for graduate school programsExploring different career paths within STEMDeveloping industry-specific skills and knowledgeBuilding a professional network in the desired fieldGaining practical work experience in the chosen fieldAdvancement within current roleTransition to a new role or fieldEntrepreneurship and startup venturesLeadership positions in STEM organizationsResearch and innovation in STEMHigher education (master's, Ph.D., etc.)OtherIf you selected Other, please provide more details.Please indicate your commitment and availability to participate in the STEM Sisters mentoring program which involve the following Application EOI start – 1st April 2025 Application EOI close – 15th May 2025 Now, let's confirm your availability! STEM Sisters Mentoring program begins on the week starting from 7th July 2025 (week 1) and ends on the week ending on the 26th September 2025 (Week 12) Week 1 – Program Launch 12 noon to 1pm 9th July 2025 (online) for all mentors and mentees Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide Week two –Mentee Training 5pm to 6pm 15th July 2025 (online) Mentor Training 12 noon to 1pm 17th July 2025 (online) Week 4 – Networking event details yet to finalized Week 9 – Networking event details yet to finalized Week 12 – Program End 25th September 2025 12 noon to 1pm (online) for all mentors and mentees Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide As a mentee, it's important to commit dedicated time and effort to the program. Please review your schedule and ensure that you have the availability to actively engage in mentoring sessions, meetings, and related program activities. One hour per week either in-person or online during 12 weeks of the 2024 STEM Sisters Mentoring Program Remember, your active participation is key to making the most out of this transformative experience! Please confirm your availability and participate. *Yes, I am available and will actively engage in mentoring sessions, meetings, and related program activities.No, I am not available.Please upload your CV here. * Click or drag a file to this area to upload. Please upload your headshot here. * Click or drag a file to this area to upload. How did you find out about the STEM Sisters Mentoring Program? *LinkedInColleague or workplaceFriends or familyPrevious participantIndustry organisationNews mediaOtherWhat are your views on "How has STEM Sisters contributed to the advancement of the STEM industry in Australia, particularly in terms of promoting diversity and inclusion within the field?"? *Please provide a detailed answer not more than 200 words I give my consent for the publication of identifiable details, which can include photograph(s) and/or videos and/or case history and/or details within the text (“Material”) to be published *AgreeSubmit