My name is Jillahkull McInnes, and I’m a proud Indigenous student from rural far north Queensland. I live in Mareeba on my mother’s country – the Koko-Muluridji people. Although there are fewer opportunities in the area compared to other cities, I remain passionate about STEM in various forms. I’m deeply interested in the arts (music… Read more
The NYSF is committed to exploring ways to support the ongoing engagement in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) of young Indigenous Australians. Kiah Henderson, from Geraldton in Western Australia attended the NYSF Indigenous Program in Perth in October 2013, and was identified as a student who would benefit from coming to the national program…. Read more
The third Indigenous Youth Science Forum was held in Perth in October, supported by Rio Tinto, IBM and the Defence, Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO). Aiming to engage indigenous students in years 10 and 11 to continue their studies in science, technology, engineering and maths, the IYSF brings together young people from regional and remote… Read more
NYSF’s Annual Report 2013 is now available to view online.
Twenty four (24) young people from remote and regional areas of Western Australia have been selected to attend the Indigenous Youth Science Forum in October this year. Supported by NYSF partner Rio Tinto, the IYSF is a developmental opportunity for indigenous Year 10 and 11 students from Western Australia to gain exposure to the study… Read more