Lab coat lessons: Carolina Castaño Rodríguez

Today we’re joined by Dr Carolina Castaño Rodríguez, a Colombian-born educator in Australia championing equity, inclusion, and social justice in STEM. From reimagining science education in post-conflict Colombia to advocating for decolonised and inclusive curricula, Carolina’s work positions education as a powerful tool for societal change. We explore curriculum innovation, representation in STEM, and building socially conscious learners. 🎵 Her favourite song:    • Mercedes sosa - Vientos del alma (pachamama)   and    • AURORA - The Seed   📖 Read her recommendation: The Vanishing Face of Gaia: A Final Warning: Enjoy It While You Can, Book by James Lovelock #LabCoatLessons #STEMEducation #EquityInSTEM