Empowering young Australians to thrive in the future world of work

Our fully facilitated mentoring programs bring students together with corporate volunteers to explore career pathways and gain insight into the world of work.

ABCN creates connections that help bridge the gap between talent and opportunity, giving students a broader sense of what’s possible and how they might get there.

 

 

 

 

Mentor with students

We partner with Australian businesses to remove barriers to future careers

Our impact

Broadening horizons
to further education and career pathways

ABCN brings organisations and schools together to help bridge gaps in access to future careers through facilitated, workplace-based mentoring programs that build confidence and broaden students’ career horizons.

Our impact
students mentored in 2025
of scholarship students graduating from Accelerate in 2025 are employed or studying.

Founded with a vision

Expanding access to the changing world of work

Many young people have limited access to the corporate world and professional role models. Our network comprises over 50 leading businesses, running programs with more than 200 schools; connecting students with workplaces and mentors, supporting students to grow in confidence and develop skills to help prepare them for life beyond school.

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