Workforce Evolve QLD

About this grant

This program provides training, coaching and other support to QLD businesses to help them attract and retain employees.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Qld businesses.
• The workforce evolve program can assist employers in developing a recruitment strategy to unlock a new segment of jobseekers from these under-represented groups and, in doing so, enrich organisations with the right skills and diverse contributions.
• The program is free for qld businesses and includes:
• Connections to expert diversity and inclusion partners.
• Funding for after-hours youth activities in moree
• Loans for aboriginal and torres strait islander owned small businesses
• Funding for low carbon liquid fuels (lclf) initiatives

What the funding covers

• Advice and training for attracting and retaining talent.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/workforce-evolve-qld for application details

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