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Empowering Young Innovators through Coding, Robotics & Education
STEM Birds has emerged as a leading name in children’s STEM education across Australia. With a mission to make STEM fun, accessible, and impactful for children aged 5–18, our programs and competitions have received attention and recognition from councils, media outlets, tech platforms, and educational organizations.
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Media & Press Highlights

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city of melbourne
Innovation from a Young Age
This article profiles Shalaka Ekbote, founder of STEM Birds, and her mission to equip kids with future-ready skills. The City of Melbourne highlights how the initiative brings innovation, robotics, and coding to local youth in an accessible and engaging way.
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Wyndham City Council
Directory Listing
STEM Birds is officially listed as a youth-focused educational provider in Wyndham's community directory. This recognition underscores the value STEM Birds brings to local families seeking high-quality, skill-based learning.
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Star Weekly
Micro Business Feature
This news feature highlights STEM Birds as a successful microbusiness transforming children’s education through coding and robotics. The article showcases how the business was started and grown by a passionate female entrepreneur.
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Code Like a Girl
Women in Tech Spotlight
In this powerful profile, Shalaka Ekbote shares her journey as a woman in STEM, why she started STEM Birds, and how she is challenging gender stereotypes while educating the next generation of creators.
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Twinkl Blog
Coding as a Future Skill
Twinkl’s article features STEM Birds as a key advocate for early coding education. It highlights the importance of teaching kids to code and how initiatives like STEM Birds are shaping tomorrow’s tech leaders.
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Women's Network Australia
Impact Awards Promotion
STEM Birds is promoted among influential female-led initiatives recognized by Women’s Network Australia. The listing celebrates Shalaka’s contribution to STEM education and community impact.
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Events, Sponsorships & Partnerships

The District Docklands
Robotics Competition 2024
STEM Birds partnered with The District Docklands to host a SPIKE™ Prime robotics competition, where kids built, coded, and competed in a series of robotics challenges. The event promoted teamwork and creative thinking in STEM.
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Unley City Council
Holiday Workshops
STEM Birds regularly runs holiday robotics and coding sessions at Clarence Park Community Centre. These community-supported events make STEM accessible for families in South Australia.
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School Holidays Australia
Featured Provider
STEM Birds is featured on SchoolHolidays.com.au, making it easier for parents across Australia to discover coding and robotics holiday workshops.
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Publications

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e-book
STEM Birds Scratch Ideas for Kids
A practical guidebook for children learning to code using Scratch. Packed with project ideas, tips, and inspiration to help young coders grow their skills.
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Mentions & Social Buzz

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Shweta Oz Blog
STEM Birds Story
A heartfelt blog post about Shalaka Ekbote’s vision behind STEM Birds, her journey as a migrant entrepreneur, and the broader mission of empowering children through STEM.
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STEM Bird's Official Bio

STEM Birds is an educational organization dedicated to fostering a deep and lasting love for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) among young learners. Founded with a strong belief in the power of early exposure to technology, the organization empowers children with essential 21st-century skills that are crucial for success in today’s fast-evolving world. STEM Birds offers a wide range of engaging coding and robotics courses that encourage creativity, build critical thinking, and strengthen problem-solving abilities in a fun and supportive environment. Through hands-on learning and innovative teaching methods, it aims to spark curiosity and confidence in every child.
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STEM Birds recognised for excellence in Robotics and Coding

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