We are excited to collaborate with Rebel Girls to celebrate the power of STEM and storytelling — inspiring young people, especially those with disabilities, to see themselves in STEM and dream without limits.

"STEM should be for everyone. Yet, for too long, systemic barriers have prevented children with disabilities from accessing the same opportunities as their peers. Whether it’s physical accessibility, inclusive teaching practices, or simply the visibility of role models who reflect their lived experiences, there is still much work to be done. Increasing the availability of support isn’t just a matter of fairness, it is a matter of unlocking potential. These children have curiosity, creativity, and resilience in abundance. What they need is a system that sees them, supports them, and believes in them."

 

Shenal Basnayake (RACI CEO)

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DiVERSiTY AND THE CHEMiSTRY OF SHERBET

Make fizzy sherbet and discover how chemistry — and diversity — both thrive on the magic of mixing things up!

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ViSCOUS VOLCANOES!

Get ready to make slime and explore eruptions! Discover how the gooey flow of lava influences volcano shapes in this fun, hands-on activity.

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UNCOVER INSPiRiNG WORDS

Crack the code in Braille! Discover how this tactile writing system works and reveal inspiring quotes from women shaping the future of STEM.

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CONSTELLATiON STORY SCRAMBLE

Explore the Emu in the Sky! Learn how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples read the stars and connect celestial stories to life on Earth — then test your knowledge with a word scramble.

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DID YOU KNOW?

240M

children estimated to live with disabilities globally according to a UNICEF report in 2021

24.2%

of Australian school enrolments received an educational adjustment due to disability

21.4%

of the Australian population are affected by some form of disability

10%

of children worldwide (2021) live with some form of disability

PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY

Principal Partner - Government

Department of Industry, Science & Resources

The views expressed herein are not necessarily the views of the Commonwealth of Australia, and the Commonwealth of Australia does not accept responsibility for any information or advice contained herein.

Principal Partner - Higher Education

Swinburne University of Technology

Partner

Deakin University

Partner

The University of Melbourne

With thanks to the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology and the School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering for their support.

Partner

The University of New South Wales

With thanks to the Division of Research and the Pro Vice Chancellor Societal Transformation and Equity for their support.

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CSIRO

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The Royal Society of Chemistry

This work is supported financially through the Royal Society of Chemistry Inclusion and Diversity Fund. The views expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of the RSC.

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Queensland University of Technology