
Published Apr 2025
Future Minds Network: Youth engagement and pathways
Youth engagement and pathways is a learning community for social enterprises that aims to create meaningful opportunities for youth to grow, lead, and thrive. Together, participants of the community will connect, co-design, and share strategies that effectively engage youth-ranging from leadership and training to feedback, design, and the creation of real pathways for change.
About the learning community
Young people are catalysts for change, driving the transformation of social enterprises. However, they are often viewed solely as beneficiaries.
This learning community is designed to help social enterprises unlock this potential, empowering youth to lead, design, and create impact. This includes:
- Identifying challenges and opportunities for lasting youth impact in the sector.
- Exploring ways to meaningfully involve youth and integrate their voices.
- Developing strategies for engaging youth across various channels.
- Sharing best practices for attracting and retaining the next generation of talent.
- Collaborating to create pathways that support youth leadership and growth.
About the convenor
Future Minds Network is an award-winning education provider that equips youth with entrepreneurial skills to thrive. They create pathways for disadvantaged youth through training, mentorship, and real-world opportunities, helping them to overcome barriers and succeed.
How will this learning community work?
This Learning Community will be a dynamic space where social enterprises can connect, grow, and learn about youth engagement. It will consist of:
- Quarterly meetings to share strategies and tackle challenges.
- Opportunities for participants to collaborate on projects and exchange insights.
- A supportive network built to drive innovation and amplify impact.
How to get involved
Submit your interest to join via the expression of interest (EOI) form.
Whether you're an experienced social enterprise, newcomer, or anywhere in between, you are welcome to join.

