Strategy 2025-28 | Elevating the science workforce

front cover of the strategyThe Science Council is a collaborative interdisciplinary community of more than 30 professional bodies collectively representing over 320,000 scientists, science technicians and science teachers. 

Our vision

Our vision is a diverse and growing science profession that is trusted, respected, innovative and equipped to meet regional, national and global challenges. 

Our purpose

Our purpose is to connect the science professions and offer professional recognition for scientists, science technicians and science teachers. 

From 2025-28 we are focused on 

  • providing scientists, science technicians and science teachers with professional registration that is attractive, accessible, and trusted by employers and the public 
  • supporting and connecting our Members, potential members, partners, employers, policymakers and delivery agencies

Science Council priorities infographic

Our principles

Our principles guide all that we do: 

  • We work across science, uphold interdisciplinary approaches and collaborate. 
  • We aim to embed EDI principles in all that we do. 
  • We aim for and expect to find integrity, professionalism, ethical decision-making, respect and kindness. 
  • We aim to use resources as effectively and efficiently as possible. 
  • We aim to be, and to help others to be, innovative and adaptive.