QUT HerHub took its first step late 2016 / early 2017 and has since grown organically to be what it is today, which we have outlined in brief below.
Why QUT HERHUB?
QUT HerHub - Women in Entrepreneurship was established to address issues facing women in the entrepreneurship ecosystem. Our focus is on diversity and inclusion and empowering women. We provide a platforms where women can connect and find collaborators in a supportive and nurturing environment. We challenge the stereotypical image of an entrepreneur and provide a space where you can come as you are.
WHO IS IT FOR?
At QUT HerHub our main focus is on female entrepreneurship. However, we are for anyone with an interest in entrepreneurship. Born out of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem at QUT, we welcome and encourage students, staff and alumni to participate and get involved. If you are from outside of QUT don't worry, we welcome you too. By nature female-lead initiatives attract more females but we are not just a movement for women. Men are welcome and encouraged to join us as they are an important part of the discussion around female entrepreneurship and diversity and inclusion.
MEMBERSHIP
QUT HerHub is a special interest group and we sign up members free of charge (more to come in the future).
EVENTS and meetups
Throughout the year we organise casual meetups for anyone who is interested as well as larger events with a focus on issues of significance to female entrepreneurs. All our events are free!
Vision
To be the leading organisation supporting female entrepreneurship at QUT and beyond.
Mission
To empower and support female entrepreneurs and innovators, encourage the sharing of stories to stimulate meaningful conversations and connections, provide platforms for collaboration and learning and celebrate successes and failures.