Apply for a fully funded Australian training program on Building Supply Chain Resilience. Organisations Supporting SMEs in Vietnam, Malaysia and the Philippines.

Now open for registration.

Selected participants may be invited to Australia for an exclusive, fully funded in-person program with government, industry and regional experts.

Supply chains are facing growing disruption and uncertainty. Organisations that support SMEs play a critical role in helping small businesses adapt, grow and stay competitive.

The Australian Government supported ‘Building Supply Chain Resilience’ program is designed to strengthen how organisations support SMEs – including those that are women-led, youth, indigenous, regional and from underrepresented communities (eg. rural, remote).

Why join?

You will gain practical tools to help SMEs:

  • Manage supply chain risks
  • Diversify suppliers and markets
  • Build long-term resilience

Phase 1 is open to Supporting Organisations and a limited number of SMEs.

Your team will have immediate access to short, practical modules covering:

  • Supply chain risk and resilience
  • Diversification strategies
  • Practical business tools
  • Environmental, social and governance (ESG) and responsible sourcing
  • Technology and cybersecurity basics

Who can apply?

We welcome 1-2 representatives from Organisations that Support SMEs across all communities, including those working with diverse and underrepresented business groups, such as:

  • Industry associations
  • Chambers of commerce
  • SME and business councils
  • Trade and export organisations
  • Government-linked institutions

After completing the online training, participants can progress to:

  • Selection for a fully funded in-person program in Australia
  • Gain certification (ISO-aligned assessment)
  • Regional advisory and leadership opportunities

Why register early?

Register by:16th May 2026

Participant numbers are strictly limited, to secure your place please fill in the form below to complete the process to express your interest in this program.

Delivered by the Global Trade Professionals Alliance (GTPA).

This initiative is supported by the Australian Government (DFAT) under the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) Fund for Technical Assistance and Economic Cooperation (IFTAEC).

Participant & Organisation Details

This EOI form is for individuals from institutions that are working to support supporting SMEs.

Select all that apply.