Techtrails is coming to the Balga Community! “Learning Together: STEM for Parents, Teachers, and Community”

Join us for an exciting evening where families, educators, students, parents, teachers, and industry leaders come together to explore the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths).

This is your chance to learn how STEM is shaping the future and why it matters for your children and communities. No matter your background or experience, this event is for everyone—let’s break down barriers and make STEM accessible to all!

Be inspired by our keynote speaker, Dr Catherine Ball a futurist who will share her powerful insights on the future of technology, education, space, and jobs. Then, hear from an expert panel featuring leaders in space and astronomy, psychology and technology, electric trains and automation, and research on scorpions and zoology. Together, we will explore emerging trends, jobs of the future, exciting career pathways, and the impact of STEM on our daily lives.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, 27 February 2025

Time: 5pm – 7pm AWST

Venue: Balga Senior High School – Room TBC, Balga, Western Australia

Why Attend?

• Watch a special preview of STEMpower – a FREE and innovative platform designed to inspire students, empower families, and strengthen communities.
• Hear about the careers of the future (Medical and Health, AI, Space, Science, Marine).
• Connect students with real life role models.
• Understand the opportunities available to your children and families.
• Ask your questions and share your concerns.
• Share stories.
• It is FREE to attend and includes food and water

Meet our Speaker Team: 

Louise Mansell – Found and Clinical Psychologist at Tedology Ltd

Kat Ross – Support Scientist at Curtin University & Founder and CEO at IncludeHer

Grace Redfern – Research Officer at Western Australian Museum

Kara Symes – Senior Signals Systems Engineer at Public Transport Authority

Teagen McEwan – Techtrails Project Manager & Panel Host

Agenda: 

5:00pm – 5:30pm: Registration Open & Networking
5:30pm – 5:45pm: Welcome and Introductions
5:45pm – 6:00pm: Keynote Speaker & Jobs of the Future – Dr Catherine Ball
6:00pm – 6:30pm: Panel Discussion with Dr Louise Mansell, Dr Kat Ross, Grace Redfern, Kara Symes & Teagen McEwan
6:30pm – 6:40pm: STEMpower – An innovative platform for school, families and communities
6:40pm – 7:00pm: Networking & Meet the Speakers
7:00pm Finish

Thank you to the Department of Industry, Science and Resources for making this event possible.