Host an event at the Australia Pavilion
The Australia Pavilion Strategic Business Program provides an opportunity for Australian not-for-profit organisations to host an event at the Australia Pavilion, influencing discussions across a wide range of topics and advancing Australia’s national interests. Whether you're a nonprofit, community group, or Australia-Japan friendship network, we welcome you to bring your unique vision to life. We are calling for expressions of interest (EOIs) from individuals and not-for-profit organisations interested in participating in our Strategic Business Program at Expo 2025 Osaka by curating an event at the Australia Pavilion. Please note that this is not a grant application, nor a procurement opportunity.
Strategic Business Program
DFAT is coordinating the development of a six-month Strategic Business Program comprising government, business, and cultural events, which will be hosted by the Australia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. We welcome Australian individuals and not-for-profit organisations to submit an EOI expressing your interest in curating an event for our business program.
To be eligible, your organisation must be a non-corporate entity that does not operate for profit. This includes not-for-profit organisations, community groups, and foundations. Please note that for-profit organisations, industry peak bodies, sporting organisations, universities, local governments, and/or individuals/organisations supported by corporate entities are not eligible.
If your organisation is selected, it will be responsible for all aspects of event development, curation, and coordination, subject to amendment and/or final approval from DFAT. This may include designing the event, inviting speakers and participants, and managing all travel and accommodation requirements and expenses.
Funding support may be available for your event.
EOIs are expected to remain open until 31 December 2024, however may close earlier depending on programming requirements. Early applications are encouraged. Please contact us if you have any further questions.
Evaluation process
The evaluation committee will consist of DFAT staff, who may seek advice from other government departments, agencies or industry representatives as needed. EOIs will be assessed on a rolling basis. Following initial assessment, the evaluation committee within the Osaka Expo Taskforce may seek further information from applicants.
All submissions will receive an automatic response to advise the EOI has been received. Those identified as suitable for either category will receive further notification directly from the Osaka Expo Taskforce.
DFAT reserves the right not to progress any proposal to shortlist, negotiation, or funding agreement stage. EOIs that are not successful will not receive feedback nor any further communication.