An annual highlight on the Parliamentary calendar, SMP delivers outstanding opportunities to elevate visibility and understanding of STEM in Parliament and Australian Government Departments.
PART ONE: SMP2023 | ONLINE
MARCH 7, 8, 9 2023
High quality professional development will be delivered on a virtual platform across three days.
Delegates can attend live during business hours. Sessions will also be recorded and available for two weeks after the event.
PART TWO: SMP2023 | ON THE HILL
WEDNESDAY 22 MARCH 2023
One day, in person, at Parliament House in Canberra. The day will feature:
- Meetings between SMP Delegates and Members of Parliament (meetings for STEM professionals only);
- Additional training and personal development sessions;
- Attendance at Question Time;
- National Press Club Address;
- National Gala Dinner in the Great Hall at Parliament House.
Please note: Attendance at the National Press Club address is limited. Tickets to attend will not be included in Delegate or Partnership registrations, but available to purchase.
SMP2023 | PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The premium partnership package delivering an extensive range of benefits and brand visibility.
Partner benefits:
Speaking opportunity
Opportunity to deliver a fifteen-minute address during the online program.
Registrations
Eight conference registrations, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Fifteen registrations to SmP: Online.
Functions
Opportunity to invite ten additional guests to the National Gala Dinner.
Opportunity to invite five guests to attend the National Press Club address and lunch.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as Diamond Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo prominently displayed on the conference website.
- Logo recognition in all event materials.
- Opportunity to send one branded EDM to delegates.
- Verbal acknowledgment of your organisation’s support throughout the conference.
- Opportunity to include promotional material in a delegate showbag.
- Full-page advertisement in the conference program.
Premium partnership package delivering an extensive range of benefits, including five tickets to the National Press Club lunch.
Partner benefits:
Speaking opportunity
Opportunity to deliver a ten-minute address during the online program.
Registrations
Five conference registrations, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Ten registrations to SMP: Online.
Functions
Opportunity to invite five additional guests to the National Gala Dinner.
Opportunity to invite five guests to attend the National Press Club address and lunch.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as Titanium Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo prominently displayed on the conference website.
- Logo recognition in all event materials.
- Opportunity to send one branded EDM to delegates.
- Verbal acknowledgment of your organisation’s support throughout the conference.
- Opportunity to include promotional material in a delegate showbag.
- Full-page advertisement in the conference program.
This partnership is no longer available.
The National Gala Dinner partnership package delivers an excellent opportunity to speak with delegates and invited guests and profile your organisation directly at this prestigious event - a highlight of the Parliamentary calendar. Attended by delegates, Members of Parliament, Senators, senior policymakers, agency heads and other distinguished guests from the science, technology and diplomatic communities, it is a key branding opportunity.
The National Gala Dinner will be held in the Great Hall of Parliament House in Canberra.
Partner benefits:
Speaking opportunity
Opportunity to deliver a five-minute welcome address at the National Gala Dinner.
Registrations
Four conference registrations, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Two registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Functions
Opportunity to invite 10 guests to the National Gala Dinner.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as National Gala Dinner Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo prominently displayed on the conference website.
- Prominent logo branding during the National Gala Dinner.
- Verbal acknowledgment of your organisation’s support throughout the conference.
- Opportunity to include promotional material in the delegate showbag.
- Full-page advertisement in the conference program.
The Platinum Partnership package delivers excellent exposure throughout the event, with an extensive range of exclusive benefits and opportunities to get in front of delegates directly.
Partner benefits:
Speaking opportunity
Opportunity to deliver a five-minute address during the online program.
Registrations
Four conference registrations, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Five registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Functions
Opportunity to invite four guests to the National Gala Dinner.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as Platinum Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo prominently displayed on the conference website.
- Verbal acknowledgment of your organisation’s support throughout the conference.
- Opportunity to include promotional material in the delegate showbag.
- Full-page advertisement in the conference program.
This partnership is no longer available.
Exclusive opportunity. The nationally televised National Press Club luncheon address will feature a prominent person in the STEM sector. Traditionally attended by conference delegates, Press Gallery journalists, senior members of the business and science sectors, and senior policy makers.
Partner benefits:
Corporate Signage
Opportunity to place two free-standing banners at the National Press Club.
Speaking opportunity
Opportunity for a five-minute address to the luncheon guests prior to the live telecast.
Functions
- Opportunity to invite 10 guests to the National Press Club address.
- Opportunity to meet with the National Press Club speaker and board prior to the address and lunch.
Registrations
Two registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as National Press Club Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo displayed on the conference website.
- Verbal acknowledgment of your organisation’s support throughout the conference.
The EDI Partner package delivers high-level exposure of your company’s commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in the STEM sector, providing a comprehensive range of benefits.
Two available.
Partner benefits:
Sponsor of EDI Session
Opportunity to be named sponsor of EDI themed panel discussion (topic to be mutually agreed) to be held during SmP2023: Online
Speaking opportunity
Opportunity to provide a five-minute address prior to the EDI Panel.
Registrations
Three conference registrations, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Three registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Accessibility
The EDI Partner supports the inclusion of closed captions of online content for improved accessibility.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as EDI Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo displayed on the conference website.
- Verbal acknowledgment of your organisation’s support throughout the conference.
- Opportunity to include a promotional gift in delegate showbag.
- Half-page advertisement in the conference program.
The Gold partnership delivers high-level exposure through a comprehensive range of benefits at excellent value for money.
Partner benefits:
Registrations
Three conference registrations, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Three registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as Gold Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo displayed on conference website.
- Verbal acknowledgment of your organisation’s support throughout the conference.
- Opportunity to include a promotional gift in delegate showbag.
- Half-page advertisement in the conference program.
The Welcome Reception will be held in the Marble Foyer of Parliament House immediately before the National Gala Dinner. It delivers an excellent opportunity to network with delegates and senior people in the STEM sector. The reception will be a prime event to get delegates talking, enabling them to get the most from their interactions with delegates, Parliamentarians, and event guests.
Partner benefits:
Speaking opportunity
Opportunity to address attendees for five minutes at the start of the reception.
Registrations
One conference registration, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Two registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Opportunity to invite 3 guests to the Welcome Reception, including tickets to the National Gala Dinner.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as Welcome Reception Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo displayed on the conference website.
Give SmP2023: On the Hill delegates an opportunity to have a professional headshot taken to update their social media, LinkedIn etc. Delegates can elect to get a photograph taken by a professional photographer, and a stylist will be on hand to touch up hair and makeup.
Registration
One conference registration, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Two registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
Opportunity to display one banner beside the photo booth.
Opportunity to hand-out marketing material to delegates at the photo booth.
Acknowledgement as Photobooth Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
Logo displayed on conference website.
Coffee carts provide an excellent opportunity to promote your brand to delegates at Parliament House during SmP: On the Hill.
Registration
One conference registration, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Two registrations to SMP: Online.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Opportunity to display logo and banner at the coffee cart in the venue.
- Opportunity to bring one member of staff to speak with delegates at the coffee cart.
- Logo displayed on conference website.
The Silver Package includes a good range of benefits at an affordable price.
Partner benefits:
Registrations
Two conference registrations, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Two registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as Silver Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo displayed on the conference website.
The Parliamentary Forum presents several Parliamentarians and senior policymakers in a moderated discussion. Held during the SMP: Online event.
Partner benefits:
Registrations
One conference registration, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Three registrations to SMP2023: Online.
Speaking opportunity
Opportunity to deliver a five-minute welcome or vote of thanks during the Parliamentary Forum.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
- Acknowledgement as Parliamentary Forum Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
- Logo displayed on the conference website.
Support of the SMP Scholarships enables a STEM professional to access and attend both SMP: Online and SMP: On the Hill.
Scholarship categories:
- Disability
- First Nations
- LGBTIQIA+ Pride
- Neurodivergent
- Rural & Regional
- Technology
- To propose an additional scholarship category, please contact the event organisers.
Partner benefits
- Opportunity to assist STA Staff with assessing scholarship applications.
- Opportunity for in-person or virtual meet & greet with recipients of SMP2023 scholarships.
- Logo recognition in media release announcement of scholarship winners.
Scholarship recipients
- Recipients receive full registration to Science Meets Parliament 2023.
- Travel, accommodation, transfers & meals are provided for the recipients to attend SMP2023: On the Hill, including tickets to the National Press Club lunch and the National Gala Dinner.
This partnership opportunity enables delegates with child care responsibility to attend the event.
Registrations
One conference registration, which includes:
- SMP2023: Online
- Attendance at SMP2023: On the Hill (excludes National Press Club ticket)
- Opportunity to meet with a Member of Parliament (meetings only available for STEM professionals), and;
- Ticket to the National Gala Dinner
Acknowledgement & logo placement
Acknowledgement as Child Care Partner on social media pre-event & during event period.
Logo displayed on the conference website.
Add your logo to the SMP2023 lanyards worn by all delegates attending SMP23: On the Hill in Parliament House.
Partner benefits
Company logo printed on SMP2023 delegate lanyards
Registration
One registration to SMP2023: Online.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
Logo displayed on the conference website.
Add your logo to the SMP2023 showbags which will be handed out to all delegates attending SMP23: On the Hill in Parliament House.
Partner benefits
Company logo printed on SMP2023 showbags.
Registration
One registration to SMP2023: Online.
Acknowledgement & logo placement
Logo displayed on the conference website.
SMP 2022 | OVERVIEW
Term and Conditions
Partner packages will be allocated in order of receipt of booking forms.
Payment Details
An invoice will be sent on receipt of the booking form.
If payment is not received within 30 days of receipt of the invoice your booking may be cancelled.
For cancellation of Partnerships at least 1 month prior to the commencement of the conference, full payments will only be refundable if the Organisers are able to re-sell the package.
All prices exclude Goods and Services Tax (GST).
To secure your partnership please fill in the form linked below, or email STA Director of Events & Membership Lucy Guest - lucy.guest@sta.org.au