Education & Outreach

The Young Women in Aerospace & Defence program is the flagship initiative of the STEM College, hosted by the Sir Lawrence Wackett Defence & Aerospace Centre. This immersive 5-day experience is designed for high school girls across Victoria, empowering them with hands-on learning in cutting-edge aerospace and defence technologies. Participants engage in dynamic workshops, interact with industry experts, and explore exciting career pathways in STEM fields. Join us to inspire the next generation of leaders in aerospace and defence. 

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Young Women in Aerospace & Defence

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Girls in Aerospace and Defence

We invite companies to sponsor the Young Women in Aerospace & Defence program and help shape the future of STEM innovation.

To explore sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at wackettSTEMprogram@rmit.edu.au.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.