Kepnock students encouraged to become entrepreneurs – Bundaberg Now

Year eight and nine students from Kepnock State High School in Bundaberg have embarked on a journey to become the next generation of female entrepreneurs. They recently participated in an empowering workshop organized by Young Change Agents and the Academy for Enterprising Girls.

The one-day workshop saw up to 60 students engaging in activities aimed at developing skills such as design thinking, problem-solving, ideation, and preparing a business pitch. Bundaberg Region Mayor Helen Blackburn also attended the workshop to share her experiences as a business owner and Mayor with the students.

Kepnock State High School teacher Nicole Amey highlighted the importance of empowering young females to develop their enterprise skills and realize that a pathway to business is possible. The students were encouraged to identify a problem in their community, apply design thinking processes, and come up with potential solutions.

One of the participating students, year nine student Willow Stuhmcke, expressed her enthusiasm for the workshop as an opportunity to explore potential career paths. The Academy for Enterprising Girls program, supported by the Australian Government, aims to inspire young women aged 10 to 18 in the fields of STEM and business.

Workshop facilitator Renae Jones emphasized the importance of instilling confidence in the students and empowering them to make a difference in their community. By the end of the workshop, the students were excited to pitch their social enterprise ideas aimed at creating positive change.

Overall, the workshop provided the students with valuable skills, confidence, and a sense of empowerment to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams and make a positive impact in their community.