NSW Science Communication Initiative

About the Initiative

The NSW Science Communication Initiative (SCI) is a program developed by the NSW Office for Science and Medical Research, part of the Department of Industry & Investment NSW, which aims to promote the value and importance of science to businesses, students and the broader community. It also aims to foster recognition of the contributions that scientists make to our everyday lives, to promote science as an attractive career choice for students and to strengthen scientific knowledge, expertise and information-sharing within the State.

The initiative supports the NSW State Plan and Innovation Statement by creating and strengthening links between schools, TAFE, universities and businesses. Its long term goal is to enhance the development of science-based skills, uptake of science careers across NSW and the transfer of science-based knowledge to grow prosperity in NSW.

The specific aims of the initiative are to:

  • Promote the value of science and medical research to the community
  • Highlight the contribution scientists make to our health, environment and the economy
  • Inspire young people to consider a career in science and inform students and teachers about scientific careers
  • Help raise the bar on science education by providing resources, information and hands-on activities that make both the wonder and complexity of science accessible
  • Enhance scientific expertise to build skills and knowledge base in our scientific community

NSW SCI has two components:

Science Promotion

Science Careers