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QueersInScience
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Building LGBTQIA+ community and promoting queer visibility, advocacy, education and inclusion in STEMM in Australia.
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Guess what, QueerFam?

We’re hosting the #LGBTIQA+ STEMM Day symposium at Swinburne Uni (MELB.) on 18 Nov. 2025.

We’d love for you to join us — incl. special
session on Trans+ health & wellbeing + networking.

Info: queersinscience.org.au/event/lgbtqi...

Tickets: www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
Post for LGBTIQA+ STEMM Day symposium, being held on 18 November 2025 at Swinburne Uni. In person event only.
November 8, 2025 at 12:32 AM
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Our fab queer panel at the #QueersInScience event last night in Melbourne with: Chloe Mackallah, @cosmicrami.com, @astrokatie.com, Deanne Fisher, Krystal de Napoli and Catriona Vi Nguyen-Robertson. 🫶🏽🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

This was a really nice event with lots of great stories and background from queer scientists! ❤️
6 people, all sitting in a row and looking towards the camera. The person on the far right is taking the selfie.
July 18, 2025 at 1:54 AM
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Excited to announce that our upcoming special #QueersInScience event in Melbourne with @astrokatie.com + our wonderful local QIS scientists has now sold out!

Doors open: 5pm
Short talks start: 5:20pm (runtime: 1 hour)

Catch you folks on Thursday!
Poster for Queers in Science event with Dr Katie Mack, cosmicrami and other queer scientists in Melbourne. The event is sold out.
July 14, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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Hey #Melbourne - QIS and @spaceaustralia.com have got an exciting event coming your way!

Come along to our #QueersInScience event on 17 July, feat. @astrokatie.com and our panel of queer scientists!

Free event, but limited spaces!

More info / tickets:
queersinscience.org.au/event/queer-...
Queers in Science poster showing a gid of 6 photos of scientists. There is a QR code in the top left. The text reads: Queer Astronomy: QIS Panel feat. Dr Katie Mack We’re putting on a special QueersInSci-Fi edition with special guest Dr Katie Mack and QIS panellists: Krystal De Napoli, Catriona Vi Nguyen-Robertson, Deanne Fisher and Rami Mandow. MC: Chloe Mackallah Date: 17th July 2025 Time: 5pm - 7pm Where: Lvl 1, The Oxford Scholar, Melb. Snacks provided FREE EVENT - BOOKING REQUIRED
June 11, 2025 at 3:56 AM
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Hi folks! 🌈
Queers in Science VIC is putting on a board game night in Melbourne THIS THURSDAY! 🚀
We'll be meeting up at Fortress to enjoy games, drinks, and the company of our fellow science queers! ✨
Sign up here:
www.eventfinda.com.au/.../roll-for...
April 15, 2025 at 1:16 AM
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Your organisation can endorse these events, you can organise a local event, or you can help this movement cover costs: transjustice.org.au/youth/

The QueersInScience team also provides many resources / reports that are available here: linktr.ee/QueersInScie...

#LGBTIQA+
text: "The NSW Government commisioned the Sax Institute to conduct a review on this topic. It found that puberty suppression agents were reported to be safe, effective and reversible. It also found that studies on gender-affirming hormone therap reported positive results across the domains of body image, gender dysphoria, depression, anxiety, suicide risk, quality of life and cognitive function." text: We support Trans justice project in taking to the streets to protest this decision. Protests will take place on Feb 8th in cities across Australia."
February 7, 2025 at 5:27 AM
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Protect Trans Youth - Join the National Day of Action! on Feb 8th, 2025!

The Queers in Science team encourages our communities and allies across the STEMM fields to join this rally, supporting Trans Youth in Australia.

Find an event near you: transjustice.org.au/youth/

#LGBTIQA+
Queers in Science graphic that is a poster for the 'Protect Trans Youth' events. The poster states "National Day of Action Feb 8th" Text: "On January 28th 2025 the QLD government announced that it will pause any intake of new patients under 18 for puberty blockers and HRT until after QLD conducts further reviews. QueersInScience supports the day of action against this decision." text: "More evidence to inform health policy is always welcomed! However, preventing 547 transgender youth on the Queensland Children's Gender Service waitlist from accessing healthcare is not a harmless act." Text: "Studies have shown that transgender youth have higher rates of depression, suicidality and self-harm, compared to their cisgender peers. All evidence points to these poor outcomes being lessened by appropriate gender-affirming healthcare"
February 7, 2025 at 5:27 AM
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We would love to see LGBTQIA+ individuals awarded Prime Minister's Prizes for Science!

Nominations for 2025 PM's Prizes for Science are open until 17 Dec 2024.

7 Prizes from $50k - $250k celebrate scientific research, innovation & excellence in science teaching: www.industry.gov.au/science-tech...
Nominate someone inspiring. Celebrate a scientist, innovator or science teacher you admire.
December 10, 2024 at 5:14 AM
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The most fabulous day in STEMM is coming up, and we can’t wait to celebrate LGBTQIA+ STEMM Day 2024 with you on November 18! 🌈✨

Follow the link to find more info and register for FREE to join in Melbourne, Sydney or online:
www.eventbrite.com.au/e/lgbtqia-st...

See you there!
November 8, 2024 at 6:25 AM
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It's TODAY! 🎉

It's #GiveOUTDay24 so now's the time to support your LGBTQIA+ in STEMM community! Together we can build a sector where LGBTQIA+ people thrive & queer excellence drives our next breakthroughs.

Donate now for double the impact! giveoutday.org.au/o/queersinsc...
October 17, 2024 at 12:28 AM
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1 more day! The LGBTQIA+ community is chronically underfunded, receiving less than 5 c per $100 of philanthropy.

You can be part of the solution by funding our work.

You have until TOMORROW to double the impact of your donation: giveoutday.org.au/o/queersinsc...

#GiveOUTDay24
LGBTQIA+ people’s time and energy in advocating for our community has historically been exploited and undercompensated. You can be part of the solution by funding our work.
October 16, 2024 at 7:56 AM
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2 days left to donate and support your LGBTQIA+ in STEMM community! See our other posts for what we've been doing, what we've achieved, and what we're trying to do as an organisation!

Donate anytime up until Thursday! giveoutday.org.au/o/queersinsc...
Your donation will be doubled by GiveOUT and their partners. You donate $10 QueersInScience gets $20. You donate $50 QueersInScience gets $100. 2 days left to donate! Donations are tax deductible. Support our work!
October 15, 2024 at 1:16 AM
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The LGBTQIA+ community is chronically underfunded in Australia, receiving less than 5c per $100 philanthropic dollars.
Our volunteers already give so much time & energy in-kind, and we can’t do it on volunteer resources alone.

Share & donate by this Thursday! giveoutday.org.au/o/queersinsc...
Given that LGBTQIA+ folks are already an undersupported demographic, we want to ease the burden and ask for support from allies and organisations.
October 14, 2024 at 9:10 AM
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We are tackling the unique challenges & barriers for LGBTQIA+ people in STEMM, to support the current & upcoming generation of queer scientists.

Help us keep queer people in science by donating to us today, and together we can stop the queer brain drain. giveoutday.org.au/o/queersinsc...
We need funds to develop a STEMM-specific LGBTQIA+ inclusion pack to build a truly inclusive STEMM sector for our LGBTQIA+ community across Australia.
October 10, 2024 at 5:57 AM
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Are you an ally? Want to back up your words with actions?

If you're in a position to donate money in support of the LGBTQIA+ in STEMM community, we would really appreciate it!

You can be part of the solution by funding our work. giveoutday.org.au/o/queersinsc...
The LGBTQIA+ community is one of the most underfunded in Australia, receiving less than 5 cents per $100 philanthropic dollars. Our volunteers already give so much of their time and energy in-kind. There's so much to do, but we can't do it on volunteer resources alone. Support our work. You can donate until GiveOUT Day on October 17th. Your donation will be doubled by GiveOUT and their partners.
October 5, 2024 at 7:46 AM
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Look how much we've achieved since we began in 2018! 🤩🙌💪

Please help us continue our work by making a tax-deductible donation that will be doubled by GiveOUT!

We're taking part in GiveOUT Day which means this opportunity to donate ends October 17th: giveoutday.org.au/o/queersinsc...
Over 120 Events Collaborations: 8 STEMM Peak Bodies & NFPs, 7 Medical Research Institutes, 2 Industry Companies, 10 Universities, 1 Government Organisation, 1 ARC Centre of Excellence, 2 Scientific Societies, 8 LGBTQIA+ Organisations, 8 Other Organisations Provided: 26 Guest Speakers, 5 Professional Consultations, 5 Radio and Podcast features, 6 Article features, 6 Statements, 11 Online Campaigns and Challenges 3 National LGBTQIA+ STEMM Day Symposia
October 3, 2024 at 9:27 AM
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We are tackling the unique challenges & barriers for LGBTQIA+ people in STEMM, to support the current & upcoming generation of queer scientists.

Help us keep queer people in science & STEMM by donating to us today, and together we can stop the queer brain drain! giveoutday.org.au/o/queersinsc...
Science has a leaky pipeline when it comes to LGBTQIA+ people in Australia. Support our work. Donate today
September 30, 2024 at 8:21 AM
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Happy #BiAwarenessWeek!

Join us next Monday #BiVisibilityDay for an online Q&A with bi+ scientists!

We give multi-gender attracted people working in science the microphone to share their stories, perspectives & experiences. All welcome!

Get your link: events.humanitix.com/queersinscie...
Bi+ Awareness Week. 16-23 September 2024. Swipe to see our online event for Bi Visibility Day! QueersInScience Q&A with Bi+ Scientists - Online Fireside Chat. Monday 23 September, 2-3pm AEST
September 17, 2024 at 6:28 AM
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Read our Statement on LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in the 2026 Census: queersinscience.org.au/resources/st...

"It is vital to recognise that data and mathematics are not neutral tools; they wield significant power. As scientists, we know that evidence-based policy is at the heart of sound decision-making."
Rainbow and orange square with the text: QueersInScience Statement on LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in the 2026 Census
September 5, 2024 at 2:16 AM
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#WearItPurple Day!

Starting in 2010, Wear it Purple Day has been recognised annually on the last Friday of August, and aims to spread awareness and support for LGBTIQA+ youth.

See how some of our QiS members marked the occasion across VIC!

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💜
Queers in Science tile annotated with "Wear It Purple Day - Agust 30th. Learn more and see how some of our members marked the day" Queers in Science template with the following text: "Wear it Purple is an annual LGBTIQA+ awareness day, focused on fostering supportive, safe, empowering and inclusive environments for LGBTIQA+ young people. Wear it Purple Day began in 2010, founded by organisers of a youth run, not-for-profit organisation of the same name. Wear it Purple's key focus areas are awareness, opportunity, environment and collaboration. Their work includes providing arts and culture grants, educational workshops and training." Tile showing three inset images (that are circle in shape) that feature several people posing for photos. The captions read: "This year at The Florey, QIS VIC co-chair, Dr. Camelia Walker (they/them) delivered a talk to staff and students, surrounding queer experiences in STEMM and how workplaces can better support diversity and inclusion. Cameria is a research fellow at the Melbourne School of Population and Global Health at UniMelb, and is a Science and Technology Australia Superstar of STEM." Two inset images of people in large crowds wearing purple and holding up progress pride flags and banners. The caption reads: "Across Victoria's Parkville Precinct, members from Meter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, Murdoch Chikdren's Research Institute and Royal Children's Hospital all came out in purple!"
August 30, 2024 at 11:03 AM
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You can guide the future for LGBTQIA+ inclusion in STEMM: We are building a @queersinscience.bsky.social National Board!

We are seeking individuals to provide input for decisions & guide the direction of QIS, as well as state/territory representatives.

More info: mailchi.mp/68de26e99f38...
QueersInScience National Board: Expressions of Interest now open
August 14, 2024 at 6:57 AM
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STEMM in Colour III: Naarm Drift

Join us next week on May 29th 2024 at the Motley Bauhaus (VIC) for the third annual edition of our panel discussion series for scientists of colour.
Leave your binaries at the door and get read for some spicy takes!

Tickets: www.eventfinda.com.au/2024/stemm-i...
May 22, 2024 at 7:29 AM
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Link to magazine here: rsv.org.au/wp-content/u...

#LGBTSTEM #LGBTQIA #STEMM #QueerInSTEM #QueerScience #QueerScientist #DiversityInSTEM
May 18, 2024 at 2:01 AM
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This #IDAHOBIT, read stories and perspectives from our queer in STEMM community on the barriers they faced and what would have made STEMM more inclusive and accessible for them.

Overcoming Barriers in STEMM - read it in the latest edition of Science Victoria by @royalsocietyvic.bsky.social!
May 17, 2024 at 10:17 AM
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Mohammad's words:
"Who gets to pursue STEMM & have aspirations is just as important as what we achieve. ... It's central to the expansive ideals STEMM embodies. We need to apply those ideals to who participates in STEMM, actively inviting diverse voices because it won't happen by chance."
May 17, 2024 at 2:51 AM