In every regional town across Australia, there are women shaping the future of science — teaching, researching, innovating, and leading. Yet for many, visibility and networks can look very different outside the city skyline.
At a recent Women in STEMM Stroll in Ulladulla, we met scientists, teachers, and innovators rewriting that story. From country GPs to AI specialists, these women are proving that brilliance isn’t bound by postcode. Each story began with a spark — a teacher who believed in them, a documentary that lit curiosity, a kitchen-table chemistry set. And each journey continues through courage, mentorship, and the quiet determination to keep going.
The feature shines a light on voices like Dr Nici Sweaney, an AI researcher passionate about using technology to close opportunity gaps, and Brianna Laird, whose fascination with cybersecurity began during Australia’s biggest data breaches. It’s a reminder that STEMM isn’t just about labs or algorithms — it’s about contribution, curiosity, and courage in every form.
As Natalie Chapman, Director of Women in STEMM Australia, shares in the episode, “We’re here to get more women into STEMM, keep more women in STEMM, and ensure they’re leading in STEMM.”
From mentorship to menopause webinars, from city boardrooms to coastal classrooms, this network is transforming what leadership in science looks like — grounded, collaborative, and fiercely human.
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