Melbourne Migrapreneurs 2026 is open for applications, supporting aspiring founders to turn lived experience into viable business ideas.
Melbourne Migrapreneurs is designed to support early‑stage founders from migrant and refugee backgrounds, including international students.
Delivered by Catalysr in collaboration with Arctic 90, and hosted by Stone & Chalk with support from the City of Melbourne, this program is about more than just launching a startup. It’s an opportunity to:
- Turn your lived experience into genuine innovation.
- Learn from experienced mentors who have walked a similar path.
- Connect with a supportive community of like‑minded migrapreneurs who understand the journey.
Whether you’re refining an idea or ready to take the next step, Melbourne Migrapreneurs provides guidance, mentorship and community to help you build with confidence.
The program is structured into two streams: aligned with your stage of business (assessed through your application):
Traction stream – for founders who have initial traction and are ready to validate and grow, run by Arctic 90.
Ideation stream – for founders at the early ideation stage, building the foundations to launch a startup, run by Catalysr.
Applications close: 22 April 2026
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