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From 2-3 July, the Curtin Enactus team brought student innovation to the National stage.
For nine Business and Law students, weeks of late nights, collaboration and problem-solving culminated in an opportunity to take their ideas to the national stage.
From 2 to 3 July, the Curtin Enactus team travelled to Griffth University in Brisbane to represent Curtin at the Enactus Australia National Competition! The team pitched alongside other university students from across Australia on projects designed to create meaningful social and community impact.
Enactus is a global student entrepreneurship organisation that empowers students to use business as a force for good. Through the program, students develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges while gaining experience in leadership, teamwork, communication and project management.
Three teams, three ideas creating change
This year, Curtin Enactus presented three student-led business ideas: Valkyrii, Landing Safe and AgriQuest.
Valkyrii and Landing Safe competed in the Early Stage Competition, while AgriQuest competed in the Ford Challenge.
Valkyrii is a women’s safety initiative that combines technology and practical design to help women feel more informed and empowered. The project includes an app featuring community-informed safety heat maps, alongside a complementary scrunchie safety product designed to provide women with both awareness and a practical tool for everyday use.
Landing Safe supports international students as they settle into life in Australia, providing a digital service designed to help students navigate the challenges of arriving in a new country and feel more connected from day one.
AgriQuest aims to shift how young Australians perceive agriculture through a three-stage experiential program, helping students explore the innovation, opportunities and career pathways available within the agricultural sector.
Together, the three projects reflect the creativity, passion and commitment our students are using when tackling challenges that matter to local communities.
Learning, leadership and personal growth through Enactus
For Enactus Team Lead Maxvie, the most rewarding part of the experience was seeing the team’s growth throughout the journey.
“Watching everyone collaborate, support each other and grow through all the ups and downs of the project has been the biggest achievement,” Maxvie said.
Through Enactus, Maxvie has developed valuable leadership skills and gained confidence in managing a diverse team.
“Enactus has made me a more confident leader and taught me how to lead with
empathy while managing a diverse team,” Maxvie said. “It has also strengthened my
project management skills that I’ll carry into my future career.”
Turning passion into purpose with Valkyrii
For Valkyrii team member Anuksa, representing Curtin at Nationals was an opportunity to showcase the university’s commitment to innovation and developing future changemakers.
“Curtin is all about innovation, research and growing the next generation of leaders and change makers,” Anuksa said. “Representing Curtin at Enactus means we can make Australia better.”
Behind the final presentation was a team dedicated to refining their idea and
ensuring their project could make a genuine difference.
“The team have stayed late at night thinking of how to make women feel safer,” Anuksa said. “They have put in so many hours of practice to make sure our product can reach the hands of those who need it.”
Celebrating the journey beyond the competition
While the Curtin teams did not progress to the National finals, they represented the university with confidence and enthusiasm in a highly competitive competition. The experience gave students the opportunity to receive feedback, connect with other student innovators and celebrate the impact being created by Enactus teams across Australia.
Curtin also celebrated national recognition, with Entrepreneurships Coordinator, Anna Lee, receiving the Most Outstanding Faculty Advisor Award! The award acknowledges her exceptional leadership, mentorship and dedication to supporting Curtin Enactus students throughout their projects.
We congratulate all participating universities for their inspiring work and extend a special congratulations to The University of Western Australia for their success at the competition, celebrating the strength of Western Australian students on the national stage.
Reflecting on the experience, Maxvie encourages other students to take the opportunity to get involved with Enactus.
“Just go for it! You’ll gain valuable skills, meet amazing people and have the chance to create real social impact within your community.”
For the Curtin Enactus team, Nationals were more than a competition. It was a celebration of student ideas, collaboration and the power of young people to create positive change.
