peer Mentorship & Support

Elaine George, BLAKLIST Ambassador and Lead Mentor, guides the program alongside Peer Mentors from previous Next Gen cohorts, providing guidance, empowerment, and career advice throughout the year.

Training & Development

Next Gen offers a holistic program focusing on:

• Personal branding and presentation skills

• Hair and makeup fundamentals

• Professional deportment and work ethic

• Runway training

• Media readiness and social skills

• Community engagement and cultural practice

Program Platform Partnerships

• Iordanes Spyridon Gogos at Australian Fashion Week (3rd Year)

• Indigenous Fashion Projects (3rd Year)

• Brisbane Fashion Festival (3rd Year)

2026 Program Sponsorship

Now entering its third year, the 2026 Next Gen Program marks a significant milestone as the first year of national recognition. We are proud to announce that the program is officially supported by Creative Australia, whose sponsorship strengthens our commitment to nurturing the next generation of First Nations fashion leaders across the country.