Queensland Women in STEM Prize 2023

The 2023 Queensland Women in STEM Prize recognises Queensland women who make an outstanding contribution in the fields of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) and inspires women and girls to get involved!

The contribution of women and girls to the STEM fields in Queensland is profound. However, women continue to be under-represented as leaders and under-recognised for their contribution across many domains. This is particularly true across STEM endeavours.

The 2023 Queensland Women in STEM Prize recognises the valuable contribution of Queensland women working in STEM careers and aims to inspire women and girls to start and thrive in STEM roles for the benefit of the whole community.

This state-wide competition is open to women working in STEM careers in Queensland who have made an outstanding contribution to STEM fields and who proactively support women and girls in STEM through engagement activities.

Previous winners have been recognised for their work on new health initiatives, green energy technology, future-proofing for climate change, protecting ocean health through mathematics, inspiring the next generation of women in STEM, delivering support and mentorship for other women, and science communication.

To be eligible to enter, applicants must be within the first 15 years of their STEM career and are required to provide a written application and a two minute video.

Applications are closed. Winners will be announced in July 2023.

What prizes are awarded?

The 2023 Queensland Women in STEM Prize includes two categories:

1. Judges’ Award ($5,000), presented to a STEM professional who identifies as a woman
2. Breaking Barriers Award ($5,000), presented to a STEM professional who identifies as a woman and:
   • is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage
     and/or
   • has a disability (as defined under the Disability Services Act 2006)
   • is a carer (as defined under the Carers (Recognition) Act 2008).

Highly Commended Award(s) will be bestowed at the discretion of the judging to panel to applicant(s) deemed to have demonstrated enthusiasm, dedication and commitment in their chosen field.

Finalists will attend the awards ceremony at which time the winners will be announced.

What are the key dates?

• Submissions open: 10 February 2023
• Submissions close: 24 March 2023 (4pm AEST)
• All entrants contacted and finalists informed:  8–12 May 2023
• Award ceremony: 13 July 2023

The 2023 Queensland Women in STEM Prize is presented by Queensland Museum Network, the Office of the Queensland Chief Scientist, and the Office for Women and Violence Prevention.

Watch this 2022 Queensland Women in STEM Prize compilation video to:

• hear from some extraordinary Queensland women working in STEM
• learn the benefits of STEM careers including advice for girls and women.