Support CDU's Radicle Centre for STEM Engagement
The Territory’s youth are among the most innovative and resilient in the world. The next generations will find a future where science and technology are the gateway to successful and fulfilling careers. Careers that will value their natural creative talents above all. But are we fully equipping our future leaders with the tools and skills needed to succeed?
Imagine a place where families could take their kids to learn about amazing Territory Science and Technology projects. A Centre where schools know they can expect high quality experiences. A trailblazing Centre that takes science and technology to remote locations in the Territory and beyond. A Centre that prepares future scientists, engineers, and IT professionals.
The Radicle Centre will be a unique STEM exploration space located in Darwin City at the Danala ׀ Charles Darwin University's (CDU) Education and Community Precinct. It will be a beacon of excellence in STEM engagement and highlight the Northern Territory’s strengths in STEM. It will also be the first Australian STEM engagement centre north of Brisbane.
The CDU Radicle Centre will
- Create hands-on STEM education opportunities for young Territorians
- Reach First Nations people and remote areas
- Capture the NT’s brightest minds and provide pathways
for future STEM leaders
- Celebrate the Science and Technology engagement of
NT-based industry, government, and outreach practitioners
Support the future of STEM with the CDU Radicle Centre
The Radicle Centre needs your support to meaningfully engage with the Northern Territory’s young and upcoming STEM stars in the next few years. You could support Radicle by making a single contribution or by pledging more dedicated support.
Three-year pledge: $300,000
Annual donation: $100,000
By pledging a contribution of $300,000 over three years, your organisation will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of STEM education. Your benefits will include:
- Prominent Logo Display: your logo will be showcased prominently at the Radicle Centre and on materials, ensuring high visibility.
- Award Naming Rights: An award named after your organisation will be presented at the annual Radicle Science Awards NT.
- VIP Access: Receive six exclusive VIP tickets to NT National Science Week events, providing premier access to science exhibits and networking opportunities.
Three-year pledge: $150,000
Annual donation: $50,000
Organisations can also commit to an annual contribution of $50,000 over three years. This support level is ideal for businesses that would like to support the Radicle Centre and partner in a relevant display. Your benefits will include:
- Exhibit Display: Your logo and work will be featured on a dedicated Radicle STEM exhibit, updated annually to reflect your ongoing contributions.
- VIP Access: Receive four VIP tickets to NT National Science Week events, offering an insider’s view of the latest advancements in STEM.
Pledge: N/A
Single donation: $2,000
Individuals passionate about advancing STEM can contribute a single donation of $2000 to become a Radicle STEM Cycad. Enjoy the following benefits:
- VIP Access: Receive VIP tickets to NT National Science Week events and exclusive Radicle Centre events, connecting you with a community of like-minded STEM enthusiasts.
- Acknowledgment: Your name will be included in a donor recognition wall.
All sponsors of the Radicle Centre will also become a part of the University’s Friends of CDU donor stewardship program - https://www.cdu.edu.au/alumni-giving/giving/friends-cdu
We truly value your support. The Radicle Centre will feature an artist-designed donor recognition wall acknowledging all philanthropic contributions. This will be a living display that is added to as the branches and roots of philanthropic contributions to the Centre extend.
How to donate
Please contact Bree Willsmore, CDU Vice-President of Community Connections if you would like to discuss how you could support the CDU Radicle Centre or donate at the link below. Smaller donations are also welcome.
Email: giving@cdu.edu.au
Phone: +61 8 8946 6917
Donate to CDU's Radicle Centre today
Messages from the Director and Vice-Chancellor
Director's Message
The Territory’s youth are among the most innovative and resilient in the world. The next generations will find a future where science and technology are the gateway to successful and fulfilling careers. Careers that will value their natural creative talents above all. But are we fully equipping our future leaders with the tools and skills needed to succeed?
Imagine a place where families could take their kids to learn about amazing Territory Science and Technology projects. A Centre where schools know they can expect high quality experiences. A trailblazing Centre that takes science and technology to remote locations in the Territory and beyond. A Centre that prepares future scientists, engineers, and IT professionals.
When I was a child living in the Brazilian highlands, one of my favourite movies was “Young Einstein”. I even believed that Einstein was originally from Australia! But what if it is true? What if we have dozens of Einsteins growing up right now in the Territory, who could be the ones discovering a reliable clean source of energy or the cure for the next super bug? That is why the CDU Radicle Centre for STEM engagement is so vital to the Territory. Radicle will ensure that our youth know that they can have great careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics and that there is a pathway for them to achieve their dreams.
We warmly invite you to play an integral part in Radicle’s landmark development journey. Join us on our mission to promote NT-based Science and Technology creating pathways for our future local leaders.
Thank you,
Dr Carla Eisemberg
Associate Dean Innovation and Senior Lecturer in STEM Pathways
Vice-Chancellor's Message
Our vision at Charles Darwin University (CDU) is to be Australia’s most connected university. We aim to make a difference in the Northern Territory, Australia and beyond by being courageous. I invite you to join us on this journey by supporting the creation of the Radicle Centre, which will be a thriving STEM exploration space. The centre will be located in the heart of Darwin city in our new campus Danala ׀ Education and Community Precinct.
Currently, there is no state-of-the art STEM engagement centre in the Northern Territory to educate and inspire young minds. The Radicle Centre will fill this gap and help improve science literacy in the region. According to the 2018 National Assessment Program for Science Literacy Performance, only 37% of Northern Territory school students in Year 6 were “at or above proficiency standards”.
CDU is proud of its scientific strengths, which are evident in both teaching and research. We offer excellent teaching through the Faculty of Science and Technology, and we conduct scientific research in areas of importance to the Territory and its people.
Our University’s success story begins well before a student begins their tertiary education journey or steps on campus. It begins when a child’s curiosity is sparked by a great science story or experience that inspires them to become young Einsteins.
The CDU Radicle Centre could be a catalyst for improving Territory school students’ STEM proficiency levels working in collaboration with local schools and industry. Please join us on this inspirational STEM skills development journey and together we can make a difference in the Northern Territory and beyond.
Thank you,
Professor Scott Bowman AO
Vice-Chancellor and President