In this inaugural episode of CALD Voices in STEM, host Dr. Chloe Lim shines a spotlight on the experiences, challenges, and inspiring career stories of culturally and linguistically diverse women in STEM.
About our guest
Our first guest, Dr. Shamaruh Mirza, a senior regulatory scientist and co-founder of SiTara's Story, takes center stage.
Hailing from Bangladesh, Dr. Shamaruh shares her remarkable journey into the world of STEM. Her curiosity about the inner workings of the human brain ignited her passion for scientific exploration, leading her to pursue higher studies abroad before settling down in Australia to continue her research career. Along the way, she has garnered accolades for her volunteer work's positive impact.
Dr. Shamaruh has been awarded the 2023 ACT Local Hero Award and was a finalist for the Australia Day Local Hero Award for the positive impact of her volunteer work. She also received 2021 ACT Mental Health Month Award, was a finalist for the ABC Canberra Community Spirits Award 2021.
Summary
Dr. Shamaruh sheds light on SiTara's Story, the nonprofit organization she co-founded that is providing a safe space for women from diverse backgrounds to engage in judgment-free dialogue. She passionately advocates for investing in girls and nurturing their potential in STEM fields, fostering analytical, critical, and scientific thinking skills. Drawing inspiration from influential female mentors, such as her renowned microbiologist aunt, Dr. Shamaruh stresses the importance of finding passion and purpose in life.
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