First Nations Pre-Accelerator NSW

This pre-accelerator program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait islanders to build, test, or explore a business or startup idea.
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Expressions of interest are currently open.

What do you get?

12-week mentoring and training program.

Who is this for?

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander founders with a NSW base or connection.

Overview

This program is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander founders who are building, testing or exploring a business or startup idea and have a NSW base or connection. NSW connection may include living in NSW, operating in NSW, serving NSW communities or planning to build your business in NSW.

The 12-week program includes:

  • 12-week culturally grounded pre-accelerator program
  • online-accessible course materials, workbooks and practical activities
  • mentoring, peer-yarning and founder support
  • optional daytime and evening scheduling where possible
  • regional outreach and participation support for founders outside Greater Sydney
  • 12 months of aftercare after the 12-week program.

Check if you can apply

To be eligible, applicants must:

  • identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
  • have a NSW base, NSW connection or clear intent to serve NSW communities or customers
  • have an idea, side project, startup concept or early-stage business.

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