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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: WASEC Social Enterprise Awards 2025
DESCRIPTION:Across Western Australia\, individuals and organisations are driving positive change for our communities\, environment\, and economy. This June\, the WASEC Social Enterprise Awards 2025 will celebrate the social entrepreneurs delivering goods and services that empower regional communities\, break down employment barriers\, and tackle some of society’s biggest challenges – from domestic violence and homelessness to childhood poverty. \nFor the first time ever\, social enterprise is taking centre stage in WA – and you can be part of this milestone moment! Nominate your favourite entrepreneur or business before 2 May 2025. Check out the award categories below and start your nomination today! \nInnovation category for these awards: \nInnovation in Social Enterprise Award\nRecognising a social enterprise using innovative approaches\, models\, or technologies to address social or environmental issues in Western Australia.
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-wasec-social-enterprise-awards-2025/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
ORGANIZER;CN="WA Social Enterprise Council (WASEC)":MAILTO:hello@wasec.org.au
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SUMMARY:A Future by Design - Deep Dive - Global Thinking & Future Trends
DESCRIPTION:A Future by Design – Academy of the Future is an innovative initiative aimed at propelling Western Australia into the global spotlight of innovation. In partnership with leading thought leaders and industry experts\, this program offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest advancements shaping the future of technology\, leadership\, and innovation. \nLEARN MORE HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/a-future-by-design-deep-dive-global-thinking-future-trends/
LOCATION:The Platform\, 256 Adelaide Terrace #3 Perth\, WA 6000 Australia\, Perth\, Australia\, 6000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Networking / Group Meetup
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250506T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250506T140000
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SUMMARY:Impact Investment in a West Australian Context
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore the capital landscape in WA\, including specific case studies from Impact Seed’s own loan fund\, illustrating the potential of impact investment to reconcile financial and social goals. \nAbout the Presenter: Chuck Berger leads Impact Seed’s social enterprise capacity building and impact investment work\, joining social entrepreneurs with the expert advice\, relationships and access to capital needed to optimise their operations and growth plans. \n  \nLearn more HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/impact-investment-in-a-west-australian-context/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250508T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250508T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Impact100 Grants
DESCRIPTION:In 2025\, Impact100 WA will consider applications for initiatives that aim to meet the following objectives: \n\nMake a significant and measurable difference to an under-served cause or population in WA.\nAddress a specific need\, for a specific duration and achieve specific measurable outcomes.\n\nAs guidance\, donors to Impact100 WA have a preference for: \n\nInitiatives that deliver more widespread outcomes.\nLesser-known\, smaller Western Australian based not-for-profit organisations.\n\nFocus Areas\nApplications are invited for any one of the following focus areas: \nArts & Culture – Initiatives that cultivate\, develop\, and enhance the cultural and artistic climate in WA. \nEducation – Initiatives that provide learning opportunities or improve access to education for children and/or adults in WA. \nEnvironment – Initiatives that restore\, preserve\, revitalise or enhance the natural or recreational surroundings of WA. \nHealth & Wellness – Initiatives that positively impact the mental and/or physical well-being of people in WA. \nFamily & Community – Initiatives that strengthen and enhance the lives of children\, families and communities in WA \n 
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-impact100-grants/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250508T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250508T163000
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SUMMARY:Pillar 1 – The Innovation Habitat : cultivating a thriving ecosystem
DESCRIPTION:E3 Connect is a thriving online community designed to empower educators in fostering the next generation of change makers. \nPillar 1 - The Innovation Habitat : cultivating a thriving ecosystem\nA thriving entrepreneurial school is built on four key pillars\, and one of the most powerful is an ecosystem of support. When young people\, parents\, caregivers\, industry\, and community leaders co-create a culture of entrepreneurial learning\, we unlock new opportunities for innovation and growth. \nIn this session\, explore the development of an ecosystem with practical and interactive activities for schools and educators at any stage of their journey. \nThis session will feature guest educators who will share real-world insights on fostering collaboration and making entrepreneurial learning a shared journey. \nWhether you’re just beginning or looking to deepen your approach\, you’ll walk away with ideas\, strategies\, and the confidence to start meaningful conversations with staff\, leaders\, parents\, industry and students. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/the-innovation-habitat-cultivating-a-thriving-ecosystem/
LOCATION:online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch,Networking / Group Meetup,Seminar / Panel Discussion / Conversation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Young Change Agents":MAILTO:renae@youngchangeagents.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250509T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250509T090000
DTSTAMP:20260617T021307
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: DITF International Youth Innovation Challenge 2025
DESCRIPTION:“Digital Transformation for Environmental Sustainability”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Innovation Youth Innovation Challenge 2025\, part of the Diversity and Innovation Techfest (DITF) 2025\, an flagship event of Marginpreneur invites young changemakers – higher education students 18-30 years old (colleges\, universities) from across the globe to present innovative ideas\, prototypes\, or projects addressing UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). \n\nLearn more HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-ditf-international-youth-innovation-challenge-2025/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Award / Scholarship
ORGANIZER;CN="Customer Experience Insight Pty Ltd":MAILTO:ask@cxinsight.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250521T110000
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SUMMARY:We are Emersyn Lounge Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join the official launch of the We Are Emersyn Lounge at Purpose Studio — a bold new collaboration built to champion founders who are building with purpose\, not just for profit. This is more than a co-working space — it’s the beginning of a movement that backs ambitious\, impact-driven founders with the tools\, networks and environment they need to scale with intention.\nThis strategic opportunity plugs you into a growing ecosystem of founders who are scaling with values and purpose. \nLearn more here: We are Emersyn Lounge Launch
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/we-are-emersyn-lounge-launch/
CATEGORIES:Information Session / Launch
ORGANIZER;CN="We Are Emersyn":MAILTO:megan@weareemersyn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250522T173000
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SUMMARY:Brightwater's Research and Innovation Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Dementia will soon become the leading cause of death in Australia. Through innovation\, we can drive positive change\, and we invite you to become part of the story. \nFor one night only\, discover cutting edge research\, transformative technology and innovative solutions that are creating a better future for people living with dementia and their carers. \n\nMeet Abi\, the aged care robot that speaks 90 languages\nDiscover the winners of the hackathon challenge tackling social isolation among the elderly\nHear revelations about ageing well from some of our brightest thought leaders\nMingle with like-minded people over premium canapes\, drinks and dessert
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/brightwaters-research-and-innovation-showcase/
LOCATION:The University Club of WA\, Ground Floor Auditorium\, Crawley\, Western Australia\, 6009\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Showcase / Pitch / Demo / Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250526T060000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250526T070000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: iMOVE IEP2 Impact Fund
DESCRIPTION:The IEP program contributes to iMOVE’s overarching mission to advance the development and adoption of technologies that improve Australia’s transport systems\, through high-impact R&D collaborations. \nThe funding initiative that seeks to accelerate the evolution of ideas\, products and services that will make a significant contribution to the Australian transport and mobility sector. \nLearn more HERE
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-imove-iep2-impact-fund/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Funding
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250531T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20250531T090000
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Impact2Innovate Program
DESCRIPTION:Fast track your impact business or social enterprise growth with individualised support valued at up to $50\,000. Be it through mentoring\, strategic planning or access to our deep WA cross-sector networks including corporates\, government and impact funders\, Impact Seed’s Impact2Innovate (i2i) program can help. \ni2i provides customised support\, meeting your business/enterprise at whatever stage it’s at\, and helping it get to where you want it to go. Types of support range from mentoring\, business development\, strategic planning\, social impact evaluation\, grant application wrap around support\, and investment readiness. \nIf you are a business that has a positive impact on your community\, or a not for profit organisation that runs a business\, then the i2i program may be for you. \nThe 2025 program particularly welcomes interest from regional WA as well as First Nations businesses. \nLearn more and apply: DEADLINE: Impact2Innovate Program
URL:https://wainnovationcalendar.com.au/event/deadline-impact2innovate-program/
LOCATION:Apply online\, Australia
CATEGORIES:DEADLINE: Accelerator / Incubator
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ORGANIZER;CN="Impact Seed":MAILTO:team@impactseed.org
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