The [X] Challenge 2026

Our Award-Winning Activate program has undergone a 'glow up' and is now called The [X] Challenge.

The [X] Challenge is a global innovation program that empowers students with the capabilities to tackle real-world problems and build bold ideas that change the world. Choose from one of seven curriculum-aligned and assessable missions that matter – from starting a side hustle to saving the world. Then, leverage our world-class curriculum, intuitive technology and expert support to deliver your Challenge in your classroom.

ENTERPRISE STREAMS:

MARKET BOSS / SIDE HUSTLE / SOCIAL ENTERPRISE / STARTUP VENTURE

Delivered most often in Business, Economics and Entrepreneurship subjects, our Enterprise Streams put
students in the role of ‘entrepreneur’ and stretch them to develop financially sustainable ideas with
commercial viability.

IMPACT STREAMS:

PASSION PROJECT / IMPACT 2030/ TECH FOR GOOD

Delivered in everything from Humanities and Science to Service Learning and Digital & Design Technologies subjects, our Impact Streams focus on curiosity and creativity, with optional booster modules which explore the ‘business’ side of innovation.

Learn more about the streams here
Interested in finding out more about running The [X] Challenge in your school or region?
Check out the new [X] Challenge websiteDownload the program overview TO BE UPDATEDRegister for The [X] ChallengeGet in touch to organise some time to chat

“This was my first year teaching Activate and at first I was nervous about having to “know so much”, but the lessons are so easy to follow and work so well that it was almost effortless to implement. It was enjoyable to teach and inspiring to see the outcome - thank you Activate - it was a great program!”

JodieWavell SHS, QLD

“Activate has brought more relevance and importance to my lessons as the teaching is embedded in current issues and topics relevant to the students. Our students are more independent and self motivated, and see themselves as having the power to solve problems rather than waiting for someone else to fix it.”

JuliaBribie Island SHS, QLD

“Activate is an amazing program that takes students through a process that not only helps them to create a business idea, but makes them believe in themselves. The Activate program enables students to experience a world outside of school, and show them all the possibilities they can achieve.”

VickiRedbank Plains SHS, QLD

“I absolutely loved teaching the Activate program and can't wait to deliver it again next year. The Future Anything Team are fantastic and provide regular, valuable support. It is an amazing, innovative and forward thinking initiative that the students can really get their teeth into.”

AlexiaCardijn College, SA

“Activate provided all the resources and step by step guidance for us to deliver the program confidently. Our students were engaged and driven, we loved seeing them actively collaborating in their learning, preparing pitches that had real meaning for them.”

SandraCabra Dominical College, SA

“Activate is a game changer in education, it provides many opportunities for student voices to not only be heard, but celebrated in these ever changing times. If you want to see passionate engaged students in your classrooms, Activate is the way to go!”

ShaneBribie Island SHS

“[Activate] is complete and enclosed so that you can start teaching it right away. The material is presented and assessed in a manner that makes it come alive and be very exciting. It was reassuring to know that I was delivering quality content with proven methods.”

JimWhitsunday Anglican School, QLD

“We loved integrating the Future Anything Program into our Business Education classes. The students were engaged from day one and the personal success they felt when they realised that anyone can succeed in this subject if they find their passion and learn to hustle. I would highly recommend this program!”

EliseCorinda SHS, QLD