Join us for an inspiring workshop. Three microenterprise business owners will share their journeys of starting and running their businesses.
You’ll gain valuable insights and practical advice to embark on your own entrepreneurial path.
The event is organised by Valued Lives’ capacity building service, Empowered Connections.
What to Expect:
Introduction to Microenterprise: We will kick off the workshop with an insightful overview of microenterprise and how it serves as a powerful avenue for meaningful employment and inclusion for individuals with disability. Learn about the benefits of entrepreneurship in promoting independence and self-sufficiency.
Real Stories, Real Success: Hear from individuals who have overcome challenges to build thriving businesses. They will share their personal experiences and lessons learned along the way.
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About the speakers
Jan Kruger
In 2013, Jan co-founded Imagine More in the ACT to strengthen family leadership and advocacy for people with a disability.
Jack, Jan’s son, has been her most valuable teacher. He’s helped her understand how to support people with disability to get the good things of life by following a typical life path. Jan’s ongoing study of Social Role Valorisation (SRV) taught her the importance of valued roles. She became aware that valued roles allow people to participate in and contribute to their community, and relationships can flourish. The SRV framework now guides Jan’s family and Imagine More. Jan has also invested in learning about customised employment. This knowledge was invaluable in preparing Jack for life after school.
Shane Birch – Shanes Liquid Gold
Shane started his business, Shane’s Liquid Gold, in 2020, inspired by his father’s entrepreneurial spirit. Operating from his garage, he manages four worm farms, using natural veggie scraps and recycled paper to promote sustainability and support local gardens. As a person with a disability, Shane demonstrates that determination and a positive attitude can achieve success. His cheerful personality and passion for his eco-friendly enterprise make him a joy to meet.
Ticketing Information
This event is sponsored by the Department of Social Services.
Ticket for this event can be purchased here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/setting-up-a-microenterprise-tickets-1117165053749
About Valued Lives
Valued Lives has built a reputation for providing personalised support uniquely tailored to your needs, owned and driven by you.
It was founded in 2013 by a group of families with lived experience who saw a gap in the support offered, and were driven to improve and personalise the support available to people with disability.
We continue to strive for an inclusive society for people with disability, where better support helps to create valued roles.
For further information contact us on 08 9274 7760, or email info@valuedlives.org.au
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This event will be followed by a Meaningful Work for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disability Workshop starting at 12.30pm. Click here to learn more