The Real World Ready (RWR) Program

Pre-employment and self-employment program for young people aged 15-18 to start a micro-business or enhance their employability skills.

About RWR.

The Real World Ready (RWR) program is a 8 week pre-employment and self-employment program for young people aged 15-18 living in Greater Brisbane, Darling Downs and Townsville. During the program, young people will engage in interactive workshops to start a micro-business or enhance their employability skills.

We bring experienced facilitators, engaging content and all the necessary materials to deliver the program. Each workshop can accommodate a maximum of 12 students. The program is designed for young people aged 15-18.

Program Topics

Enhance your communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills – skills that will benefit you for life.
Network with successful entrepreneurs and gain valuable insights from industry experts.
We’ll help you identify your passions and turn them into profitable business ideas. We’ll guide you through the process of setting up your business, from business planning to product development to marketing and sales.
Documented in a learning journal, the portfolio showcases the skills, your progress and achievements made through the program, providing a powerful tool for future employment opportunities.
Have the opportunity to present either your micro-business or employment portfolio to your local community and industry professionals.

RWR Application.

FAQs

Each week of RWR will be delivered by our high energy facilitators in one-on-one and group settings.
RWR is designed to equip young people with the essential skills, knowledge and opportunities needed for self-employment or employment. Through a series of intensive workshops, participants will develop and refine essential life skills, connect with industry leaders, learn how to start a micro-business if they’re interested or build a portfolio for employment. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their skills and learnings throughout the program in a Final Showcase Exhibition.
We have developed an online platform, Space, which program participants will receive complimentary access to. Space features monthly mentoring and support to help you continue to develop your business ideas, and course content to learn new skills and build your knowledge.
No, you do not need to have a business or have been employed to apply. RWR is designed to help you develop and refine your business concepts or equip you with the skills needed for your future career.

No! Thanks to our partnership with the Australian Government, we are able to provide these valuable sessions at no cost to participants. However spots are extremely limited and through application process only.
Absolutely! You are welcome to apply with a friend. Who knows, you might discover that you make great co-founders. Applying together can also provide additional motivation and support as you navigate the program.
Once you’ve sent in your application, we may reach out to have a quick chat with you on your application and aspirations for RWR. After that, we’ll send you all the details you need to get started. Due to the high demand, if we can't have you in this cohort we’ll let you know too. Thanks for applying, and we can’t wait to see what you’ve got!
This program is designed for young people aged 15-18 years who are living or studying in the Darling Downs, Toowoomba, Townsville, Logan, Gold Coast, Beaudesert and Ipswich. If you are outside of this region, pop us a message and we can share what other opportunities we have available to you!