ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

The Australian School of Entrepreneurship with support from the ACT Government, Australian Government, The Australian National University (ANU) and Inspiring Australia (ACT) invites you to the 'Canberra Youth Science & Entrepreneurship Festival'.

The $50 ticket to attend the Canberra Youth Science & Entrepreneurship Festival has been fully subsidised by our partners meaning there is no cost to the participant, parent, or school.

ABOUT THE DAY

During the Canberra Youth Science & Entrepreneurship Festival, participants will learn about the world of entrepreneurship, science, and innovation. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from inspiring speakers, attend panel discussions, and learn new skills in the interactive breakout sessions.

Day One

9:00am to 3:00pm: Primary + Secondary + Young Adult (parents are encouraged to accompany their child to the event).
Manning Clarke Hall, Ground Floor, Cultural Centre, University Ave, Kambri ANU

Day Two

9:00am to 3:00pm: Primary + Secondary + Young Adult (parents are encouraged to accompany their child to the event).
Manning Clarke Hall, Ground Floor, Cultural Centre, University Ave, Kambri ANU

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Dr Alfred Chidembo - TEDx Speaker and Founder of Aussie Books for Zim, Hannah Taylor - Founder of Tutor Canberra - Shahana McKenzie - CEO of Bioenergy Australia, Olympia Yarger - CEO of Goterra, Heidi Prowse - 2017 ACT Young Australian of the Year, Nip Wijewickrema - Founder of GG’s Flowers & 2016 ACT Young Australian of the Year and Taj Pabari - CEO of The ASE Group and Winner of The Australian Young Innovator of the Year.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

This Inspiring Australia initiative is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week.

Thank you also to the ACT Government, ANU, Mental Illness Education ACT (MIEACT) and Altina Drinks for supporting this Festival.

ABOUT US

The Australian School of Entrepreneurship is an initiative of The ASE Group - a community-led and purpose-driven business for good that delivers education, entrepreneurship, and employment programs to young people aged 5 to 24 years. Our mission is to equip every young person with the skills, resources, and mindset they need to start a micro-business or enter the workforce, regardless of their postcode.

Learn more: www.ase.edu.au
Contact: group@ase.edu.au