Tag: Social Enterprise / Impact
Young Change Agents Future of Our Regions Design Challenge Showcase
The challenge asked students to “Imagine it’s the year 2035. Your regional community is healthier, happier and even more connected. Your challenge is to identify problems that might prevent this future, then create your solution!”
Hear from the Challenge finalists who will pitch their ideas, and will be joined by Judges who will share their feedback.
Learn more HERE
DEADLINE: iMOVE IEP2 Impact Fund
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.
The 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.
Learn more HERE
Impact Investment in a West Australian Context
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.
About 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.
Learn more HERE
DEADLINE: Impact100 Grants
In 2025, Impact100 WA will consider applications for initiatives that aim to meet the following objectives:
- Make a significant and measurable difference to an under-served cause or population in WA.
- Address a specific need, for a specific duration and achieve specific measurable outcomes.
As guidance, donors to Impact100 WA have a preference for:
- Initiatives that deliver more widespread outcomes.
- Lesser-known, smaller Western Australian based not-for-profit organisations.
Focus Areas
Applications are invited for any one of the following focus areas:
Arts & Culture – Initiatives that cultivate, develop, and enhance the cultural and artistic climate in WA.
Education – Initiatives that provide learning opportunities or improve access to education for children and/or adults in WA.
Environment – Initiatives that restore, preserve, revitalise or enhance the natural or recreational surroundings of WA.
Health & Wellness – Initiatives that positively impact the mental and/or physical well-being of people in WA.
Family & Community – Initiatives that strengthen and enhance the lives of children, families and communities in WA
WAAEH Pulse Session
“The Western Australian Alliance to End Homelessness (WAAEH) is an independent coalition of individuals and organisations united by a shared commitment to end homelessness in Western Australia.
Pulse Sessions are a key part of how we drive progress – bringing together community members, sector stakeholders and experts to learn, collaborate and develop solutions that address the complex challenges in our homelessness system.
Our Strategy to end homelessness outlines five critical focus areas:
- Housing
- Prevention
- A collaborative approach
- Data and research
- Community capacity building”
A Future by Design – Deep Dive – Global Thinking & Future Trends
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.
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DEADLINE: WASEC Social Enterprise Awards 2025
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.
For 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!
Innovation category for these awards:
Innovation in Social Enterprise Award
Recognising a social enterprise using innovative approaches, models, or technologies to address social or environmental issues in Western Australia.
Entrepreneurial Learning in 2026: from vision to action
E3 Connect is a thriving online community designed to empower educators in fostering the next generation of change makers.
Entrepreneurial Learning in 2026: from vision to action
Join for the final session of 2025, which will delve into planning for the Four Pillars of Entrepreneurial Learning in your own school context for 2026.
This interactive workshop will help you execute and expand your impact by strategically planning for the Four Pillars of Entrepreneurial Learning in your own school context.
Through the Get Ready, Set the Stage, and Make It Happen framework, we will explore immediate, short-term, and long-term strategies for:
- Creating Learning Pathways: Mapping entrepreneurial skills across the curriculum and designing structured learning experiences.
- Building School Capacity: Engaging staff, professional development, and embedding entrepreneurial education into school culture.
- Amplification & Advocacy: Showcasing student impact, engaging stakeholders, and influencing systemic change.
- Developing an Ecosystem: Establishing strong partnerships with industry, universities, and the broader community.
Pillar 4 – Amplification & Advocacy: championing entrepreneurial learning
E3 Connect is a thriving online community designed to empower educators in fostering the next generation of change makers.
Pillar 4 - Amplification & Advocacy: championing entrepreneurial learning
How can we amplify the impact of entrepreneurial learning within our schools and across the broader system? It all starts with a powerful, engaging narrative that reflects your school’s unique impact journey.
This session will discuss strategies for effectively sharing your school’s story and hear from guest educators who are leading the way in amplifying entrepreneurial learning.
What to Expect:
- Measuring and tracking your strategy to share insights and the value it adds to your school
- Making entrepreneurial pathways visible to young people
- Capturing student success through case studies
- Building young people’s confidence
