February Update
Welcome to our inaugural HunterWiSE update for 2024!?
We kick off this year on a positive note, celebrating our successful School Outreach Program and the significant growth of our HunterWiSE Network in 2023. Our community now boasts more than 450 members, and we're excited about the networking opportunities our events will offer this year. In these updates, we will include details about upcoming events and highlights of our community's achievements.?
Save the Date?
The HunterWiSE team is excited to announce our first 2024 network event, "Women on Boards – An Introductory Workshop", hosted by Linda Drummond .??
Attendees will gain a better sense of the essential skills and experience necessary for board membership. Click here for details.?
Recruitment?
HunterWiSE is inviting applications from University of Newcastle students studying STEM degrees to join our team as 2024 Student Mentors. With student participation increasing across the schools, we need more mentors!?Mentors receive training, support, and are encouraged to participate in the HunterWiSE Network. Applications can be made via the University of Newcastle Careers Service.
New Industry Partnerships?
We are excited to announce new industry partnerships for 2024, expanding our support network for HunterWiSE initiatives. The Newcastle-based Ramboll team, a long-standing champion of HunterWiSE, has formalised their partnership this year. This collaboration strengthens our support for the 2024 Schools Outreach Program, allowing us to reach even more students. We also welcome the support of the Whiteley organisation and Monadelphous . The commitment of both new and stalwart collaborators underscores the widespread community support for enhancing gender diversity in STEM.??
Get in touch?
If you or someone you know is interested in joining our initiatives, don't hesitate to reach out – we're always eager to connect with new members. Our Project Team is best contacted via email: [email protected]?