South Australian women looking to turn technology ideas into new ventures or grow existing businesses will have access to a new programme focused on creative and emerging technologies.
Power Her Up is being introduced through the Malinauskas Government’s $8 million Women in Business Program, with applications expected to open in late September.
The programme will be delivered by not-for-profit organisation Women in Creative Technologies and will support women at different stages of business, from aspiring founders to established business owners.
Participants will have access to workshops, networking opportunities and industry expertise aimed at helping them explore how technology can be applied to practical business challenges.
Creative technologies covered by the programme include digital media and content creation, software development, immersive technology, interactive entertainment, screen production and photography.
A two-day Innovation Design Sprint will give selected participants an opportunity to examine how emerging technologies could be used to improve or expand their businesses. The sessions will focus on practical solutions, commercial viability and problem-solving.
The programme will also include a digital platform where participants can access resources, event recordings and discussion forums, as well as connect with other participants beyond individual events.
Activities will be offered online and in person, with organisers aiming to make the programme accessible to women across metropolitan and regional South Australia.
South Australia’s Women in Business Program has supported more than 5,200 women to start, run and grow businesses since 2022, according to the state government.
Innovation Minister Nadia Clancy said the new programme would give women opportunities to explore how creative technologies could be applied to their businesses.
“Power Her Up will give women practical support to explore how creative technologies can improve the way they operate, solve problems and open up new opportunities,” Clancy said.
Women in Creative Technologies founder Onnie Chan said the programme was designed for women at different stages of their business journeys, including first-time founders and established operators.
The organisation said the programme would provide practical workshops, founder meet-ups, peer connections and access to industry expertise.
Applications for Power Her Up are expected to open in late September, with information and registration available through the South Australian Government’s business portal.
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