Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith

Welcome

Thanks for dropping by. I'm Lisa Harvey-Smith.

My professional roles are Chief Executive Officer at Out for Australia, a national not-for-profit organisation supporting LGBTQIA+ youth, and Professor of Practice at UNSW Sydney, creating inclusive experiences for people studying and working in the STEM sector.

But this website is for Lisa the author, science communicator, speaker and MC.

Here you'll find my bookshop, where you can access my published non-fiction works for adults and children. Every book ordered from this website will be signed with a personal message. Plus, if you subscribe via the form below, you'll receive 10% off your first order.

HOW CAN I HELP?

Speaking and MC services

Want an inspiring keynote speaker or MC for your conference or event? Need an astrophysicist to excite students and answer those prickly questions about black holes, stars or becoming a writer? Book Lisa today for an informative and memorable event.

Bookshop

Speaking and MC services

An author of award-winning science books, Lisa combines her deep subject-matter expertise in astrophysics with a passion for making complex ideas simple. Learn, inspire and educate with these popular astronomy books, signed with a personal message.

Testimonials

"Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith was an amazing speaker and is now my role model. She is who I aspire to be. It was great to see how encouraging she is towards everyone, but especially girls pursuing a career in STEM."

- National Youth Science Forum Year 12 participant

"I wanted to personally write to thank you for joining us for your brilliant contribution to our International Women’s Day events and helping make the campaign a such a success. We are incredibly grateful for your generous support".

- Simone Clarke, CEO of UN Women