Tech Schools Ambassador

Published: Monday, 07 December 2015

I've been named the ambassador for a Victorian Government education initiative called Tech Schools!

Tech Schools are shared learning centres equipped with cutting-edge technology that will capture the imagination of and engage high school students. Ten of these high-tech education hubs are being established across Victoria. Students from many schools will be able to access these learning hubs, allowing thousands of young people to experience technology and resources that can’t normally be provided by secondary schools. Pretty amazing, right? The project is in a planning and development phase with school leaders, local governments, industry representatives, TAFEs and universities coming together to form 10 local partnerships.

It’s a project that really excites me because it will inspire more students into Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) training and careers, so I’m thrilled to be representing this fantastic education initiative. My role as ambassador will involve talking to students and educators about my experiences in studying and working in STEM and the world of amazing opportunities it can open up. Watch this space: Tech Schools are coming!

Check out the video below for more information!

The picture below is of me talking to some kids at the launch event with the Deputy Premier. The kids were great! And wanted to know if they could use the Tech Schools after hours to tinker on their own projects!

Tech Schools Deputy Premier

About Me

Marita ChengForbes named me a world's top 50 woman in tech & 30 Under 30. I founded Robogals and Aipoly and was Young Australian of the Year 2012. Currently working on robotics company Aubot. I'm the youngest Member of the Order of Australia (AM) and I give speeches around the world.

I tweet @maritacheng and I'm on Facebook.

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