FutureTech Association Australia

New on the FutureTech blog! Dive into our latest post, Supporting a Good Life for Autistic Children: Research Insights and FutureTech’s Approach. This piece explores key research on the wellbeing of autistic children and highlights how FutureTech is paving the way with tailored support and inclusive practices. Read more and join us in creating a brighter future: https://lnkd.in/gV6-GHMV

Exciting news! Our CEO, Rebecca McCash, will be speaking on October 3rd about 'Stepping Into Your Shoes: Embracing Your Neurodiversity.' As a proud advocates for neurodivergent inclusion. Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation with Rebecca as she shares her experiences and strategies for thriving by being your authentic self.

🎉 FutureTech Turns 3! 🎉 Three years ago today, FutureTech Australia started as an online program with just 4 participants and 5 mentors. It’s incredible to look back at how far we’ve come! 🚀 Today, we’re proud to have grown into a thriving community with over 35 participants and a team of 15 amazing mentors. 💙 As a majority neurodivergent-led organization, we remain committed to creating empowering STEAM experiences for neurodivergent youth, and we’re so excited to see what the next year will bring! Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our journey—we couldn’t have done it without you! 💫

Last weekend, while our fantastic kiddos were busy with workshops, our incredible CEO, Bec, her partner Rory, and our amazing, Kian, represented us at the Social Enterprise Festival! 🌟 A huge thank you to the Social Enterprise Council of NSW and ACT for organising such an inspiring event, and a massive shoutout to everyone we met. Special thanks to Rory and Kian for their phenomenal support! 💫 #SocialEnterprise #CommunityImpact #ThankYou

An Inspiring Night at the National Game Changer Awards! We had an amazing evening at the National Game Changer Awards, where our CEO, Bec, and Executive Creative Director, Hannah, represented FutureTech Australia. It was a fantastic opportunity to mingle with other businesses and social enterprises, celebrating the incredible work being done in our community. We were particularly moved by the stories shared by The Hub about their impactful work with victims of trafficking in Sydney. The dedication and passion of all involved were truly inspiring. We hope to attend again next year, perhaps even as a nominated social enterprise! Thank you to everyone who made this event so special. #NationalGameChangerAwards #FutureTechAustralia #CommunityImpact #SocialEnterprise #Inspiration #TheHubSydney

🐬 Echo-Location Exploration! 🐬 Last Saturday, Group 1 had an incredible time exploring the concept of echolocation! As you can see in the photos, our participants got hands-on experience navigating the room blindfolded, just like how dolphins and whales use sound waves to find their way. This immersive activity helped our students understand how echolocation works in the animal kingdom, and it was alot of laughs! #FutureTechAustralia #STEMEducation #Neurodiversity #EchoLocation #HandsOnLearning #MysteriesOfTheDeepSea #ScienceInAction

The Social Enterprise Festival is back in 2024! In its second year, the Social Enterprise Festival is a free, family-friendly event and your place to learn more about social enterprises and connect with like-minded, socially-conscious individuals and organisations. 🗓️ Saturday 3 August 2024 🕜 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 🏢 UTS Business School (Building 8), Ultimo, NSW 🎫 Free entry, Registration required. Donations are welcome. FutureTech will have a stall at SECNA’s Social Enterprise Festival. Hope to see you there! Tag a friend in the comments who you think would enjoy the Festival! #SocialEnterprise #SocialEnterpriseFestival2024 #SECNA #PeopleandPlanetFirst #BusinessForGood #Festival #Event #Market #Workshops #Speakers #Activations

🔍 Research Highlight! 🔍 We’re excited to share an insightful article that aligns with our mission at FutureTech Australia. The study, titled "He Sees his Autism as a Strength, Not a Deficit Now", demonstrates the positive impact of strengths-based programs on autistic adolescents. This research supports our approach to empowering neurodivergent students by focusing on their unique strengths. At FutureTech, we believe in creating an inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive. Discover how strengths-based programs help autistic adolescents embrace their abilities and build confidence. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gd7jj2zK

🌊FutureTech Welcomes Sea Shepherd Volunteer Hein!🌊 We had the incredible opportunity to host Hein, a passionate volunteer from Sea Shepherd, who shared fascinating insights about their vital conservation projects. Our participants were especially captivated by Hein's information about sharks 🦈. The session was filled with enthusiastic questions from our young audience, who were eager to learn and share their own knowledge. A huge thank you to Hein and Sea Shepherd Australia for dedicating their time to educate and inspire us about marine conservation. Your visit has left a lasting impact on our participants, fostering a deeper appreciation for the ocean and its inhabitants.

Exciting News! Mark your calendars for May 17th as our very own Bec takes the stage at the Neurodiversity Network Forum! 🎤 She'll be sharing insights on Neurodivergent Leadership, alongside a stellar lineup of panellists. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable perspectives and inspiration! https://lnkd.in/gVBWNtbA #Neurodiversity #Leadership #Inspiration