Young Business Mind Awards Inspiring Future Innovators
The Young Business Mind Awards (YBMA) invite young innovators and entrepreneurs under 25 to showcase their creativity and business acumen.
YBMA has been at the forefront of fostering entrepreneurial spirit among youth, offering a platform where their ideas can thrive, building confidence and inspiring future pathways since 2017.
Participants can submit a diverse range of projects, from innovative business concepts to groundbreaking products and impactful social initiatives. Winners can earn cash prizes for themselves and their school, industry mentorship and free entry into the Hunter Innovation Festival. There are five categories to enter: Design & Technology, Creative Industries, Business or Social Enterprise, and Sustainability. The Sustainability category is open to primary school students and aligns with educational goals to empower young minds towards positive environmental stewardship.
Presented by Career Links, YBMA is more than just an awards program—it encourages educators to nurture innovation within classrooms, supported by tailored resources and curriculum mapping.
For educators, there's a special award for those who have significantly enhanced teaching and learning through innovative methods. This award recognises the vital role teachers play in shaping future innovators.
As we navigate an increasingly complex global landscape, cultivating innovation and entrepreneurship in young people is a way to shape our future and drive positive change that helps our young people to thrive. Entry is a simple three-step process and details can be found at www.ybma.com.au
