I am a dynamic advocate for inclusion in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine). I manage the UNSW STEMM Champions Program, a career development initiative supporting women and gender-diverse PhD and Early Career Researchers to lead with impact. With 20+ years in IT, education, and strategic leadership, I have designed inclusive, people-first programs across research, government, and industry. I am also the co-founder of Jamlife, an AI wellbeing start-up offering science-backed, real-time support for busy people. Outside of work, I love spending time with my family, catching up with friends, playing music, boogie boarding, and travelling.
Research keyword: STEMM advocacy
About the BEAKER STREET ROVING SCIENTIST PROGRAM
Each August, hundreds of Roving Scientists descend upon Hobart, filling up pubs and chatting to strangers as part of Beaker Street Festival. Discover a new world down the lens of microscope, and joining the least-boring bar conversations you’ve ever heard and these free (the chats – not the drinks) events.
For Scientists, Beaker Street’s Roving Scientist Program offers an excellent outreach, professional development, and networking opportunity. It’s the nerdiest and funnest way to share your research with the public, expand your network, and be inspired by leaders in all sectors of science and science communication.
