Connecting Educators with Role Models & Community Initiatives
As an educator or not-for-profit organisation, the learning experiences you offer can be enhanced with industry role models from non-traditional industries — bring your programs and events to life with the "see what you can be" component of learning for all genders.
LinkUp Careers provides the bridge between Education and Not-for-profit community initiatives with women and minority groups from construction, manufacturing & clean energy industries.
Promote your events here — and invite industry professional female role models into the classroom to expand your networks and to give your students the relevant skills and opportunities they need for their future.
Six steps to spark real impact for young people.
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The more specific and inviting the event listing, the easier it is for the right Role Model to step forward.
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Each event is an opportunity to share insight, connect with young people, and help them see what’s possible in your field of expertise.
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Review the Role Models background, experience, and reasons for getting involved — and consider how their story connects with your audience. Then choose the voice that feels right for your young people.
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Authenticity is key while building the connections with Educators, young people and other industry role models.
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When young people, especially young women, hear personal stories, ask questions, and see the human side of work and career, it shifts what they believe is possible. These experiences help students and participants build confidence, challenge stereotypes, and imagine futures they hadn’t yet considered.
Every story shared — no matter how big or small — contributes to a more inclusive and informed pathway forward.
Have questions about how LinkUp Careers works?
Reach out and we’ll guide you through how the platform connects Industry, Educators and Community Initiatives — and how it can support your goals.
How it works, who It’s for, and what to expect.
We’ve gathered some common questions to help you understand how LinkUp Careers works — and how you can get involved. Whether you’re creating an event, signing up to participate as a role model in school programs or events, or just exploring, you’ll find helpful info below.
LinkUp Careers is a free resource for educators and not-for-profit organisations to connect with real-world role models from diverse industries. As an event organiser, you can create events that bring career stories into your school or program — and invite professionals to share their insights and knowledge with young people, while expanding their soft skills and building their networks.
Do you have an upcoming workshop, careers night, classroom project, or expo? LinkUp Careers helps you find the right role models to support your event and inspire the next generation.
As an educator, you can use LinkUp Careers to create events that connect your students with real-world role models in the classroom. Whether you're running a classroom session, careers night, subject-specific panel, or whole-school assembly, the platform helps you find people with lived experience who can connect directly to your students' through workshops and conversations.
You’ll register on the Educator Plan — it’s free — and from there, you can post events, manage applications, and shape meaningful experiences that support future-focused learning.
Yes. LinkUp Careers is designed for not-for-profit organisations running programs that support youth development, education, or career exploration. Whether you're planning a community workshop, mentoring program, training day, or industry expo, the platform helps you connect with role models who can bring real-life perspective to your event.
You’ll sign up on the Not-for-Profit Plan — it’s free — and from there, you can post events, select role models, and create sessions that support your participants in building confidence, aspiration, and career awareness.
Once you register on the Role Model Plan (it's free), you’ll be able to browse upcoming events created by educators and not-for-profits. If you see an event that aligns with your story, experience, or interests, you can express interest directly through the platform.
From there, the event organiser will review your profile and decide whether to connect. If selected, you’ll work together to shape a session that helps young people explore real career pathways — and see what’s possible for their future.
Educators and not-for-profits create events based on what their students or participants need — whether it’s a presentation, panel discussion, or hands-on workshop. Role models then browse those listings and express interest in the events that align with their experience or story.
Once a role model applies, the event organiser reviews their profile, selects a match, and works with them to shape an experience that supports real-world learning. Events can be held in person or virtually, depending on what suits your audience best.
When a role model expresses interest in your event, you’ll receive an email notification and see the application in your dashboard. You can review their background, experience, and reason for applying to decide whether they’re the right fit.
If you choose to connect, you’ll work together to shape the session — aligning their story with your goals and audience. From there, you’ll confirm the details and bring the event to life.
Not at all. You don’t need to be a professional speaker or have formal presentation experience to get involved. If you have a career story, industry experience, or lived knowledge that could help young people understand the world of work, you’re welcome here.
Everyone brings something unique — and it’s those personal stories that make each event powerful.
No — LinkUp Careers is free to use for all subscriber types. Whether you’re an educator, part of a not-for-profit organisation, or registering as a role model, you can access the platform, post or apply to events, and manage your profile at no cost.
If pricing ever changes in the future, we’ll notify users well in advance and keep the experience accessible.
LinkUp Careers supports events for all age groups — from early years through to secondary school, vocational education, and community programs. Whether you're working with primary students, teens choosing subjects, or young adults exploring job options, you can tailor your event to suit your audience.
The goal is to spark curiosity, build confidence, and help young people imagine new possibilities — no matter their age or stage.
