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The National Apprentice Employment Network (NAEN) is the national association representing Group Training Organisations in Australia.
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RISE Mentor Spotlight 💜

“Don’t let anyone else define what you’re capable of.”

After 10 years as an electrician, Jasmyn Smyth is using her experience on the tools to help create practical change for the women coming through behind her.

As a qualified electrician, Co-Founder of @thegocompanytas and RISE Futures mentor, Jasmyn shares what she has learned throughout her career, what she sees in the next generation of women apprentices and the advice she wishes every apprentice could hear on day one. 🛠️

Read Jasmyn’s full story on the NAEN Built to RISE blog. Link in bio.

#BuiltToRISE #WomenInTrades #WomenApprentices #Mentoring #BuildingWomensCareers taken in Hobart Tasmania, Australia by @nationalaen

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Are you a tradeswoman who has built your career in a male-dominated trade? Are you ready to help someone else build theirs?

We’re looking for qualified tradeswomen from anywhere in Australia to join our RISE Futures Program as mentors and workshop facilitators from October 2026.

Building on the Together We RISE community, RISE Futures supports women apprentices and early-career tradeswomen through mentoring, leadership development, industry connections and skills-building opportunities.

If you:
-Are qualified in a male-dominated trade
-Enjoy sharing your knowledge and experience
-Have strengths in facilitation, mentoring, coaching or participant engagement
-Are passionate about creating pathways for women in trades

We’d love to hear from you!

By becoming involved, you’ll help shape the future of our industry and be remunerated for sharing your skills and lived experience, while supporting women to develop the confidence, skills and networks needed to succeed.

Whether you’re based in a capital city, regional community or somewhere in between, there are opportunities to contribute and connect with women in trades across Australia.

Every story shared, lesson taught and connection made can make a lasting difference. 💜

Reach out to Sammy Bowden, National Manager – Building Women’s Careers, at sammy.bowden@naen.com.au to discuss opportunities to get involved.

#WomenInTrades #RISEFutures #BuildingWomensCareers #Mentorship #TradeswomenSupportingTradeswomen taken in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory by @nationalaen

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Keep going because... 💜

Sometimes, that’s the reminder we all need.

A few words from our RISE Futures community for anyone who needs to hear them today. 🛠️

Part 2 coming next.

#TogetherWeRISE #RISEFutures #WomenInTrades #WomenApprentices #BuildingWomensCareers taken in Sydney by @nationalaen

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RISE Futures is launching this October! 🚀

Group Training Organisations have until 31 August to nominate their women apprentices for the next RISE program.

Formerly Hard Hat Huddles, RISE Futures is our newly redesigned national mentoring and development program for female apprentices.

RISE Futures connects apprentices with other women in trades from across Australia, while giving them opportunities to:

🔧 Build new skills
🤝 Connect with apprentices and experienced tradeswomen
💬 Access 1:1 mentoring
✈️ Travel to RISE events

We’re excited to bring the next group of women together and continue building a strong community across Australia’s non-traditional trades.

GTOs — nominations close 31 August!

To find out more or nominate an apprentice,visit link in bio.

#RISEFutures #TogetherWeRISE #BuildingWomensCareers #GroupTraining #Apprenticeships by @nationalaen

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We asked one simple question...

"Describe the RISE Summit in one word."

These answers say it all. 💜

#TogetherWeRISE #Tradeswomen #BuildingWomensCareers taken in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory by @nationalaen

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A little louder. A little bolder. A whole lot of fun. 💜

#TogetherWeRISE taken in Pavilion on Northbourne by @nationalaen

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A memorable outback evening under the stars at the Sounds of Silence Dinner during #NAEN2026 Skills in the Heart in Yulara, NT.

Thank you to our Sounds of Silence Dinner Partners, @necaeducation and @necatrainingandapprenticeships, for helping bring this special evening to life.

A truly one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of Australia.

#SkillsInTheHeart #GroupTrainingOrganisations #SoundsOfSilence 📷 @magneticshots taken in Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park, Northern Territory by @nationalaen

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Moving moments during Evangelene Rushforth's presentation at #NAEN2026.

Evie’s story deeply resonated with many delegates — particularly tradeswomen in the room — highlighting the powerful impact apprenticeships can have in creating confidence, purpose and opportunity.

#SkillsInTheHeart #GroupTraining #Tradeswomen taken in Ayers Rock - Uluru by @nationalaen

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A strong start to #NAEN2026 yesterday in Yulara, with NAEN members from across Australia coming together for the Members’ Luncheon ahead of the official Welcome Reception.

The member-only program featured important national conversations on apprenticeship trends, workforce reform and the future of group training, including presentations from:

• Dr Melissa Banelis, National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER)
• Sharon Huender, Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
• Commissioner Cameron Baker, South Australian Skills Commission
• Jaclyn Livingstone, AustralianSuper

Members also heard from AEN Executive Officers across the country during the “State of the States” discussion, highlighting opportunities and challenges across the national network.

Thank you to all speakers, members and partners who joined us for a fantastic opening to the conference.

Special thanks to Apprentice Employment Network NSW & ACT and Emmpressit for supporting the 2026 Members’ Luncheon.

Stay tuned for more updates from #NAEN2026 in the days ahead.

#SkillsInTheHeart #GroupTraining #NAENmember @magneticshots taken in Yulara, Northern Territory by @nationalaen

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🚀 Exciting News! 🚀

The National Apprentice Employment Network 2025 National Conference (NAEN2025) is heading to Brisbane from 11–13 June 2025! 🗓️

🌟 Theme: Future Skills: Changing World

We’ll explore how evolving trends shape vocational opportunities and the critical role vocational education plays in preparing individuals for a dynamic global landscape. 🌍✨

Adding to the excitement, the 2025 WorldSkills Australia National Championships and Skills Show will also be taking place from 12–14 June at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. 🛠️🎓

Don’t miss out—express your interest now to stay updated on venue details, registration, and partnership opportunities:
https://lnkd.in/gH64ZZkU

WorldSkills Australia
#NAEN2025 #VocationalEducation #FutureSkills #Brisbane #GTOs #changingworld #GroupTraning #WorldSkills2025 #Apprenticeships #SkillsForTheFuture taken in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia by @nationalaen

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We proudly introduce our 2024 Today's Skills Tomorrow's Leaders welcomed to Government House and congratulated by our patron, the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia. The National Apprentice Employment Network's flagship development program is supported by the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations' National Careers Institute, and together we wish our #tstl2024 apprentices and trainees an exciting career ahead! Cohen Young, Alexander Goldsmith, Mack Fielke, Clayton Lavis, Corinne Bass, Abbe Ayers, Evangelene Rushforth, Taia Seear, Cheyann Sullivan, Elina Ulrich, Rohan Fripp, Joseph Prior, Zac McDonald, Lukas Burns, Wesley Dare-McCombe, Nathan Moore, Matt Mullen, Telisha Cabello, Etienne Mason, Annabelle O'Neil, Courtney Sumner-Kimlin, Bridie Searle, Marija Rathouski, Jack Higgins, Jake Chilcott

#skillsexcellence
#leaders
#apprenticeambassadors
#traineeambassadors
#naentstl2024
#naen
#grouptraining
#apprenticesupport
#employmentsafetynet
#highercompletions
#SkillsForLife taken in Government House, Canberra by @nationalaen

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We are delighted to announce that Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia has accepted patronage of the National Apprentice Employment Network. It is a privilege that, Her Excellency recognises, through patronage, that our work focuses clearly on relevant issues and interests of national significance.

#apprentices #trainees #employmentsafetynet #workplacesupport #mentoring #grouptraining #skillsexcellence taken in Government House, Canberra by @nationalaen

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