# Event Details - **Event Name**: Built Different: Diversity in the Startup Ecosystem - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a panel discussion exploring how identity, culture, lived experience and representation influence what people build.About this EventBuilt Different: Diversity in the Startup EcosystemNetworking & Panel Discussion | Part of the UNSW Diversity Festival 2026📅 23 September | ⏰ 5–7:30pm | 📍 Michael Crouch Innovation Centre, Hilmer BuildingThe ideas that change communities, industries and lives often begin with lived experience: a problem someone has noticed, a gap they have felt, a system they have had to navigate, or a community they care deeply about. Different backgrounds shape different questions, and different questions lead to better ideas.At UNSW Founders, we believe entrepreneurship is at its best when more people can see a place for themselves in it.As part of UNSW Diversity Festival, this event brings together founders, investors and student entrepreneurs to celebrate the many pathways into entrepreneurship – and the diverse perspectives already shaping startups.This panel and networking event will explore how identity, culture, lived experience and representation influence what people build and who they build it. Speakers will share reflections on their own journeys, from the early moments of curiosity and confidence-building to the communities, challenges and opportunities that helped shape their path.Together, we’ll dive into what it means to build a startup ecosystem where more people feel invited in, supported to start and recognised for the unique perspectives they bring.After the panel, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with speakers and the UNSW Founders community through catered networking.Whether you already have a startup idea, are curious about entrepreneurship, or are simply interested in the people and stories behind innovation, this event is for you.What to expect:🌟 Voices of Experience: Hear from a dynamic panel of founders, leaders, and innovators sharing their lived experiences, lessons, and the real impact of strategic inclusion.🌟 Fuel for Change: Enjoy a catered networking space while connecting with like-minded peers, potential collaborators, and champions of change across the UNSW community and beyond.🌟 Celebrating Action: Recognise the programs, partnerships, and people actively driving equity in entrepreneurship - including initiatives like New Wave, UNSW Founders’ program for women entrepreneurs.About the Panel, CEO & Founder of What's On! Campus, Neurodivergent Founder of Simplifii, CEO & Co-Founder UndaTechThis event is open to all!Come along to hear different founder journeys, meet people across the UNSW community and leave with a broader sense of what entrepreneurship can look likeFor the last ten years, Spark Festival has been Australia's largest network of startup founders, investors and supporters. In 2026, we're gearing up for something even bigger – with regular events across Tech Central throughout the year, a blockbuster festival week starting 21 September 2026, and new opportunities to give back to the startup ecosystem.-----As Australia’s leading university-based entrepreneurial program, UNSW Founders has a proven track record of success. Since its inception in 2018, the program has supported 200+ startups every year, provided entrepreneurial skills training to 25,000+ individuals, provided over 10,000 coaching and mentoring sessions, and incubated (co-located) 70+ startups on campus to foster collaboration with the UNSW business, industry, academic, and research networks.Learn more about UNSW Founders.Subscribe to the UNSW Founders Newsletter to stay up-to-date with all our programs and events.UNSW Diversity Festival shares the stories and spirit of fostering inclusion in our UNSW community. Running all week from Monday 21 to Friday 25 September, the Festival brings together students, staff and the public for free events, workshops and performances that celebrate and showcase our community.More about the Diversity Festival here.----By registering for this event, you grant UNSW Founders full rights to use the images from any photography/video footage for publicity and education purposes. This may include (but is not limited to), the right to use them in their printed and online publicity, coursework presentations, social media and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform an event organiser. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kensington/built-different-diversity-in-the-startup-ecosystem/100001994914461857 - **Event Categories**: business, festivals, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Kensington - **state**: NS - **country**: Australia - **location**: Michael Crouch Innovation Centre - **lat**: -33.916425 - **long**: 151.22850419999997 - **full address**: Michael Crouch Innovation Centre, Gate Two Avenue, Kensington, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Built Different: Diversity in the Startup Ecosystem - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/ec9363339ea8918a29378fbe1245592ab4310be7c5ce0471ae1d9209745aa71a-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787608122 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Built Different: Diversity in the Startup Ecosystem being held? - **A:** Built Different: Diversity in the Startup Ecosystem takes place on Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Michael Crouch Innovation Centre, Gate Two Avenue, Kensington, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Built Different: Diversity in the Startup Ecosystem? - **A:** Built Different: Diversity in the Startup Ecosystem is organized by UNSW Founders Program. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Built Different: Diversity in the Startup Ecosystem is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kensington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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