The STEM Equity & Access Program 2026 (Program) supports a diverse sector of NSW high school students who wish to further their education in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
June 2026
What was approved
Approved for Bomaderry High School
The Orbispace Initiative (TOI) works with young female students to build their skills and confidence in the STEM field. The concluding project is a Pitch for the Planet competition, which sees them use their newly learned skills to develop a solutions for problems, and present to a panel of judges.
$10,000 was approved by
Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology or delegateDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Bomaderry 2541Location of the recipient
Bomaderry 2541About the grant
Applications approved
7
Applications received
12
STEM Equity & Access Program 2026 - Round 2
Program term
30/06/2026What was approved
Approved for Camden Haven High School
School Robotics team competing in the Robocup Junior Competition season 2026. 6 sub-teams in 2025 comprising 14 students Years 7-11. Competitions include Hunter Regional NSW Championship and Nationals. Students benefit massively, accruing exceptional skills in coding (C++), and mechatronics. Our team only competes in Open Soccer, with custom robots.
$9,980 was approved by
Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology or delegateDate approved
June 2026About the grant
Applications approved
7
Applications received
12
STEM Equity & Access Program 2026 - Round 2
Program term
30/06/2026What was approved
Approved for CathWEST Innovation College
CathWEST Innovation College is training tomorrow’s medical and health care workers. Our school is undertaking an ambitious plan to educate fourteen (14) students in our new school-based nursing bootcamp. Our school is seeking partial funding and will cover a 50% match to support this project.
$5,000 was approved by
Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology or delegateDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Mount Druitt 2770Location of the recipient
Mount Druitt 2770About the grant
Applications approved
7
Applications received
12
STEM Equity & Access Program 2026 - Round 2
Program term
30/06/2026What was approved
Approved for Cerdon College
Cerdon College is providing female students in Year 8 the opportunity to participate in a STEM bootcamp, connecting students to industry icons. This program will boost our STEM offerings, equipping young women to become future STEM leaders.
$6,070 was approved by
Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology or delegateDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
NSWLocation of the recipient
Merrylands 2160About the grant
Applications approved
7
Applications received
12
STEM Equity & Access Program 2026 - Round 2
Program term
30/06/2026What was approved
Approved for Department of Education
STEM ABC (Access, Belonging, Capability) is a new program in Armidale NSW, a targeted refugee settlement area and Renewable Energy Zone. It aims to engage EALD students in the STEM process and create transition pathways to education and employment post-school in the renewable and STEM fields.
$4,500 was approved by
Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology or delegateDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Armidale 2350Location of the recipient
Armidale 2350About the grant
Applications approved
7
Applications received
12
STEM Equity & Access Program 2026 - Round 2
Program term
30/06/2026What was approved
Approved for Hunter Innovation and Science Hub
This initiative immerses 20 Aboriginal students from the Clontarf Boys Program and 5 staff members into the Careerlinks EV Festival. It develops vital STEM skills like problem-solving and teamwork, introducing students to future career pathways in engineering, clean energy, and material science, while fostering a strong connection to Country.
$8,800 was approved by
Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology or delegateDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Tighes Hill 2297Location of the recipient
Newcastle 2300About the grant
Applications approved
7
Applications received
12
STEM Equity & Access Program 2026 - Round 2
Program term
30/06/2026What was approved
Approved for Richmond Agricultural Centre
Year 9 and 10 Students from Richmond Agricultural Centre will complete a Statement of Attainment in Design Thinking for Sustainable Manufacturing with TAFE NSW. Advanced manufacturing is transforming industries with technologies like robotics, 3D printing and smart factories. Students will develop creativity, explore career pathways and gain a micro credential.
$1,500 was approved by
Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology or delegateDate approved
June 2026Location of the project
Wetherill Park 2164Location of the recipient
Richmond 2753About the grant
Applications approved
7
Applications received
12
STEM Equity & Access Program 2026 - Round 2
Program term
30/06/2026