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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.

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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

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Pillar 3 – Design, Develop, Deliver : Creating Entrepreneurial Learning Pathways

E3 Connect is a thriving online community designed to empower educators in fostering the next generation of change makers.

Pillar 3 - Design, Develop, Deliver : Creating Entrepreneurial Learning Pathways

Entrepreneurial learning isn’t just an add-on—it’s a powerful approach that aligns seamlessly with the three dimensions of the Australian Curriculum. By embracing these dimensions authentically and holistically, we can unlock rich, meaningful learning pathways for students. If you’re passionate about empowering students with entrepreneurial skillsets, mindsets and toolsets this session is for you!

What to Expect:

  • A deep dive into learning pathways—one of the four pillars of an entrepreneurial school
  • Practical insights on integrating the three dimensions of the Australian Curriculum
  • Inspiring stories from guest educators who are embedding this approach in their schools

Whether 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, and students.

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Pillar 2 – Mission: Possible – Supercharging School Capacity for Entrepreneurial Schools

E3 Connect is a thriving online community designed to empower educators in fostering the next generation of change makers.

Pillar 2 - Mission: Possible – Supercharging School Capacity for Entrepreneurial Schools

To cultivate a thriving entrepreneurial culture in schools—where students develop mindsets, skill sets, and tool sets—we must first build capacity within ourselves as educators and leaders.

Topics for discussion will include:

  • Building staff culture and knowledge
  • Creating an entrepreneurial learning strategy aligned to whole-of-school strategy
  • Building a supportive culture for entrepreneurialism within the school or cluster of schools
  • Professional development for educators
  • Creating systems and processes to provide scalable entrepreneurial learning and support

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Pillar 1 – The Innovation Habitat : cultivating a thriving ecosystem

E3 Connect is a thriving online community designed to empower educators in fostering the next generation of change makers.

Pillar 1 - The Innovation Habitat : cultivating a thriving ecosystem

A 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.

In this session, explore the development of an ecosystem with practical and interactive activities for schools and educators at any stage of their journey.

This session will feature guest educators who will share real-world insights on fostering collaboration and making entrepreneurial learning a shared journey.

Whether 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.

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Unlocking Potential: making it happen with the 4 pillars of entrepreneurial education

E3 Connect is a thriving online community designed to empower educators in fostering the next generation of change makers.

Unlocking Potential: making it happen with the 4 pillars of entrepreneurial education

This session will explore the 4 Pillars of an Entrepreneurial School with practical and interactive activities for schools and educators at any stage of their journey.

Whether 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, and students.

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Future by Design – Deep Dive into Leadership and Innovation

A Future by Design – Academy of the Future is a groundbreaking initiative designed to propel Western Australia into the forefront of global innovation. In partnership with some of the world’s leading thought leaders and industry experts, this program offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest advancements in technology, leadership, and innovation.

Our next session is a Deep Dive Session where we explore ‘Leadership in Innovation’.

As the world rapidly evolves, so too does the thinking around what this means for us in the future, what exciting developments are up and coming, what legal and ethical decisions we need to explore as humans, and how we can navigate through this competing environment.

Western Australia has long been known for its pioneering spirit and strong innovation ecosystem.

Through our sessions we provide local leaders and innovators access to the latest knowledge, tools, and networks to remain competitive on the global stage.

Be involved the conversation, expand your mindset and share conversation around these topics with our world-class speakers and panel members.

– Marion Burchell, Managing Director, Azolla and Former A/GCIO of Western Australia

– Michael Malone, Founder of iiNet and Jumbo Interactive Ltd

– Ernest Tan, Head of UX and Design Team, HatchD

– more to be announced

Perth and Western Australia as leaders in the global innovation landscape. By empowering our local innovators with the tools and connections they need, we are not only building a stronger economy but also creating a more vibrant and sustainable community.

AI for Good Innovation Factory – Australia

Empowering AI for Social Impact

Join us for the inaugural AI for Good Innovation Factory Australia, the first-ever edition of this prestigious United Nations-aligned competition in the country. This groundbreaking event will bring together AI startups, industry experts, and thought leaders to showcase AI-driven solutions that address global challenges aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Witness five visionary startups pitch their innovations, competing for the opportunity to represent Australia at the AI for Good Innovation Factory Grand Finale in Geneva. Engage with experts, gain insights into ethical AI development, and explore how AI can drive meaningful impact.

Supported by the City of Perth, Meshpoints, and industry partners, this event cements Perth’s role as a leader in AI innovation and social good. Be part of this global movement and help shape the future of AI-driven progress.

DEADLINE: Cooperative Research Centres Projects Grant Program

Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) Grants provide funding for short-term research collaborations. Find out how to apply for a CRC-P Grant to develop a new technology, product or service.
 The Round is open to all industry sectors however will have a focus on supporting projects in line with Government priorities, including the National Science & Research Priorities and National Reconstruction Fund priority areas.

Diversity and Innovation Techfest 2025

Diversity in Action: Innovating, Leading, and Thriving Glocally
The Diversity & Innovation TechFest (DITF) is Marginpreneur‘s flagship community initiative, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs with migrant and international backgrounds.
Building on the success of its inaugural event, launched in December 2023 and attended by more than 200 innovators from diverse backgrounds across Australia, DITF is designed for individuals seeking to launch, enhance, or scale their entrepreneurial ventures in Australia.
Through dynamic workshops, inspiring keynotes, and interactive panel discussions, DITF provides a platform for participants to gain valuable insights, build critical skills, and connect with like-minded innovators. Whether you’re just starting or looking to grow your business, this tech fest is your gateway to unlocking opportunities, driving innovation, and thriving in a diverse and inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem.