The Federal Government is hoping a “Women in Science Ambassador” will help encourage and boost the numbers of girls electing STEM subjects.
Announced in the 2018 Federal Budget tonight, a 10 year Plan for Women in Science, aiming to “set out a long–term strategy for increasing female involvement in STEM education and careers” was also revealed – briefly.
We are digging through the paperwork right now to get you all the details.
[referenced url=”https://gizmodo.com.au/2018/05/heres-the-full-2018-australian-federal-budget-speech/” thumb=”https://gizmodo.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/iStock-518095138-410×231.jpg” title=”Here’s The Full 2018 Australian Federal Budget Speech” excerpt=”Treasurer Scott Morrison handed down the 2018-2019 Australian Federal Budget tonight – here is the speech in full.”]
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