RDA Central West is proud to be partnering with CSIRO to bring an exciting initiative to our region – STEM Community Partnerships Program.

This is part of a 10-year initiative delivered by CSIRO to attract, support, retain and train more NSW students and workers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers and study pathways. The initiative empowers local young people with the relevant STEM skills to pursue a STEM career. The ambition is to build a strong STEM-capable community to fuel the local industry.

The program collaborates with local schools, government, and industry, aiming to create strong partnerships between local schools and industry to highlight local careers and inspire them to pursue a meaningful STEM career in the Central West region. This program provides Year 9 and 10 students with an opportunity to engage in student-led, STEM-based projects to address challenges the local community faces.