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Tag: Social Enterprise / Impact

DEADLINE: Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) Renewables and Low Emissions Round 4

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources are seeking innovative solutions for government policy and service delivery challenges. The three challenges in this round of BRII focus on renewables and low emissions practices. You can apply if you have successfully completed a BRII Renewables and Low Emissions Feasibility project, or have been invited to apply for the Proof of concept stage funding round.
The challenges are

  • Increasing energy efficiency of commercial fishing operations.
  • Powering safe drinking water for Australian First Nations remote communities.
  • Alternative packaging for premium Australian wine.

Learn more here: DEADLINE: Business Research and Innovation Initiative (BRII) Renewables and Low Emissions Round 4

DEADLINE: Impact2Innovate Program

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.

i2i 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.

If 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.

The 2025 program particularly welcomes interest from regional WA as well as First Nations businesses.

Learn more and apply: DEADLINE: Impact2Innovate Program

AFAC25 Emergency Management Hackathon – Reverse Pitch Event

 Join the AFAC25 Emergency Management Hackathon Reverse Pitch Event, where industry leaders, government agencies, and emergency management experts will reveal the real-world challenges they need your help to solve.

This is your opportunity to:

🔹 Hear directly from challenge owners about the problems facing the emergency management sector.
🔹 Ask questions to better understand the challenges before the Hackathon kicks off.
🔹 Network with other participants, industry experts, and potential teammates.
🔹 Start brainstorming innovative solutions ahead of the Hackathon

Whether you’re a developer, data scientist, engineer, emergency management specialist, entrepreneur, or creative thinker — this is your chance to make an impact.

What is a Reverse Pitch?

Instead of startups pitching to investors, at a reverse pitch industry experts pitch their challenges to you. You’ll learn about the problems that need solving, so you can come to the Hackathon equipped with ideas and strategies.

Learn more HERE: AFAC25 Emergency Management Hackathon – Reverse Pitch Event

Leading with Connection: Relational Wisdom for Women Entrepreneurs and Innovators

Join for Meshpoints’ second Women in Innovation & Entrepreneurship Community of Interest for 2025, facilitated by Befriend, focused on ‘Leading with Connection: Relational Wisdom for Women Entrepreneurs and Innovators’

Did you know that human beings are wired for connection? Whether you’re an innovator, changemaker, or entrepreneur, nurturing strong relationships is essential to making a meaningful impact. In this special session facilitated by Befriend, a community-building organisation championing inclusion and belonging, you’ll be invited to explore practical ways to lead with connection.

The session will delve into:
✨ Deep listening as a tool for building trust
✨ Practices to cultivate warm and authentic relationships
✨ Self-awareness as the foundation for impactful leadership

Learn more here: Leading with Connection: Relational Wisdom for Women Entrepreneurs and Innovators

We are Emersyn Lounge Launch

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.
This strategic opportunity plugs you into a growing ecosystem of founders who are scaling with values and purpose.

Learn more here: We are Emersyn Lounge Launch

Brightwater’s Research and Innovation Showcase

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.

For 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.

  • Meet Abi, the aged care robot that speaks 90 languages
  • Discover the winners of the hackathon challenge tackling social isolation among the elderly
  • Hear revelations about ageing well from some of our brightest thought leaders
  • Mingle with like-minded people over premium canapes, drinks and dessert

10×10 Perth

The grand challenges of our time, such as homelessness, addiction, mental health – can’t be solved by single solutions working in isolation. 10×10 is where people who care about social innovation come to connect and this event is hosted by a committee of volunteers!

Join on 4 June 2025 for a shark-tank style pitch and crowdfunding event to support three exceptional early stage Social Purpose Organisations (SPOs) innovating to solve social challenges in Western Australia.

WA Social Enterprise Awards

Across Western Australia, social enterprises are transforming lives – creating jobs, empowering communities, protecting our environment, and building a fairer, more inclusive economy. Now it’s time to shine a spotlight on the incredible people behind that change.

Join the WA Social Enterprise Council (WASEC) for a night of celebration, connection, and impact at the inaugural WA Social Enterprise Awards 2025 – the first event of its kind in WA dedicated entirely to celebrating our state’s purpose-led businesses and social innovators.

Learn more HERE

Digital Foundations for Social Start Ups

Join us for this interactive 3-hour workshop designed specifically for small social enterprises looking to leverage technology more effectively, delivered by Zentient.

Presented by Zentient, a WASEC-endorsed social enterprise that specialises in building digital cultures for purpose-driven organisations. Founded in 2021 by James Audcent and Steven Hodgskin, Zentient has grown to become one of Perth’s most innovative tech consultancies dedicated to the not-for-profit and social enterprise sectors. Their team combines deep technical expertise with a genuine understanding of the unique challenges facing mission-driven organisations.

Learn more HERE

DEADLINE: DITF International Youth Innovation Challenge 2025

“Digital Transformation for Environmental Sustainability”
The 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). 
Learn more HERE