The program, held for the first time last year, is a series of events and workshops aimed at assisting women progress into, and retain, leadership roles in STEM industries. Applicants for the program were required to identify why they wanted to participate, and how they would use their skills, experience and networks in the future. They also had to discuss their success as a leader and their potential to enhance cultural change as a promoter, supporter, and mentor of STEM in Australia.
Jacqueline said she applied for the program because she wanted to gain a better understanding of how her leadership and management roles can deliver impact and implement positive change in her sector and to the wider community.
“I am delighted to be a part of this exciting and innovative leadership program. I have seen the success of last year’s program and I am very excited by the workshops running in year's program.”
She believes articulating her research well to a broad audience is an essential skill to develop, and is passionate about making science accessible, and would like to raise the level of excitement and public interest in STEM careers.
“Leadership skills learnt throughout this program will be important for my career goal of being an internationally recognised leader in chronic disease research. This training and development of new networks across universities, research centres, government and industry will allow me to create new collaborations enhancing my research program and ability to engage future stakeholders.”
The program commences this month and will run until November.
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