The Women in Statistics and Data Science (WiSDS) is a new special interest group providing a dedicated space designed to foster networking, collaboration, and professional growth.  It aims to serve as a hub for joint initiatives, knowledge sharing, and meaningful connections among WiSDS in Australia. A key focus is partnering with like-minded organizations to potentially host joint meetings and events that amplify voices and create opportunities for learning, leadership and mentorship in our field.

It provides opportunities to be a part of a community that takes action to promote and strengthen the representation of women statisticians and data scientists in Australia.

You can join our mailing list from the SSA website; just edit your membership profile and check the box.

The committee members are:

•       Ayse Bilgin, Macquarie University
•       Alysha De Livera, La Trobe University, Chair
•     Annette Dobson, University of Queensland
•      Sue Finch, University of Melbourne
•      Erin Nolan, Hunter Medical Research Institute
•     Stella Stylianou, RMIT University
•     Yunwei Zhang, Murdoch University

Our inaugural event was a presentation at the (free) International Day of Women in Statistics and Data Science on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.

Beyond the Numbers: WiSDS Spotlight and Connect

Wednesday, 2 December 2026, 12:00 PM (online)

Join the Women in Statistics and Data Science Special Interest Group for a special online event featuring statistician Annette Dobson AM. Hear Annette share insights from her work and career, then take part in audience questions and informal breakout-room conversations. Connect with colleagues, exchange ideas and meet others working in statistics and data science across academia and industry. All are welcome.

You can register on the SSA events page.

Keep an eye on the SSA Newsletter for more networking events coming up in 2027.