STEM-INSIGHTS Network 

The STEM-INSIGHTS Network connects people and organisations working in 
STEM education and engagement across Australia to strengthen program quality, 
impact and equity. 

It is a space to share experience, learn from each other, surface 
evidence and best practice, and improve how programs are 
designed, delivered and evaluated. 

The Network focuses on understanding what works, for whom, 
and in what contexts – including for programs supporting 
low-opportunity and underrepresented communities.

Who the Network is for
The Network is open to people and organisations involved in 
STEM education and engagement, including: 
• Program providers and delivery organisations of all kinds, 
large and small 
• Funders and sponsors 
• Researchers and evaluators 
• Policy and sector organisations 
Whether you’re brand new to the sector or an experienced 
leader, we’d love to have you involved. 

What the Network supports 
• Sharing practical insights, challenges, and examples from 
real programs 
• Co-developing usable tools, templates, and guidance 
• Connecting people across roles, regions, and program types 
• Making sense of evidence, evaluation, and on-the-ground 
experience 
• Ongoing learning through meetings, working groups, 
and communities of practice 

Why be involved
Being part of the Network supports collective learning and 
improvement across the sector. Through participation, 
members contribute to and learn from shared work on: 
• Program quality, outcomes, and impact 
• Evaluation and learning approaches 
• Equity-informed practice 
• Evidence-informed decision-making for design, delivery 
and funding 

How participation works 
The Network is hosted by CSIRO as a neutral convenor, 
providing support for collaborative, network-owned 
knowledge-sharing. Initial funding for the Network comes 
from multiple CSIRO programs that aim to increase the impact 
of STEM education across Australia. 
• There are no fees or mandatory commitments; the Network 
is designed for flexible, purpose driven involvement. 
• Connection points include email updates, monthly online 
meetings, working groups, annual in-person forums, and 
topic-based communities of practice. 
• Some members participate regularly; others engage when 
topics are relevant. All forms of participation are welcome. 

Learn more and connect 
www.csiro.au/STEM-INSIGHTS-Network 
Email questions to SInetwork@csiro.au