Women In The Space Sector – QA with Janna Fabris & Francesca Cary – Australian Space Agency (Stage 4, Stage 5, Stage 6, TAFE Students)
Australia’s space workforce, consider the possibilities….
There’s a place in space for everyone.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
Open the minds of students as to how high they can go & what activities can be explored now that will help prepare for a career journey in the space industry.
Q&A with Janna Fabris, Assistant Director for Space Workplace Policy – View & hear about:
• Originally from Geelong, Melbourne & her love of playing with Lego.
• Her career journey & how being a curious kid has paid off.
• What was her study path & the places it’s taken her.
• Become aware of the challenges being faced, including shortages in the industry (food for thought).
Q&A with Francesca Cary, Astrobiologist – View & hear about:
• From riding horses & painting as a teenager to becoming a Scientist.
• Discover how her life changed once on the study journey began.
• Projects she has been able to participate in.
• Her research focuses on how life begins in space & how this knowledge helps us strategise where to look for life on other planets.
*Hit the booking button to receive – Links to videos + downloadable resources + Take the Online Quiz: Which space career is right for you? Each Q&A runs approx. 45 mins.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Australian Space Agency
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 26-Feb-2027 11:30PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
FREE
Curriculum
Secondary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech » Earth and Space 7-10
Other KLAs
Careers
Science and Tech » Biology
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Reliable internet
Device for viewing
Notes taking utensils, if applicable
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