About Us

For a century, BBM has been a catalyst for change and opportunity, opening doors for young people to explore the world and make their mark.

Originally established as Australia's most successful migration program for young men from the UK, known as the Big Brother Movement, BBM has evolved significantly over the years.

Today, we proudly continue this legacy through our Global Footprints Scholarship program, empowering young people to gain invaluable work experience overseas.

By celebrating the courage, care, and connection of our former Little Brothers, we honour their legacy and inspire our young scholars as they embark on global journeys, becoming practical and impactful leaders in agriculture, horticulture and trades.

Our scholarship program is dedicated to supporting young people in vocational careers, helping them become holistic leaders aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We achieve this by providing scholarships for global work experience, networking and development opportunities.

At BBM, we believe that our talented young people are the future of Australia.
We are committed to offering them opportunities to grow and learn in a global context.

Since awarding our first scholarships in 1983, we have sent over 1,100 young Australians overseas to pursue their professional goals. Our alumni have brought back innovation and international networks to Australia, excelled as industry leaders and educators, and continue to inspire those who follow in their footsteps.

Our Origin and Future

This industry scholarship program is the legacy of the historic Big Brother Movement youth migration scheme. The scheme created life-changing opportunities for over 12,000 young men who came to Australia to work between 1925 and 1982. We keep this legacy alive by connecting Little Brothers with each other and with our young Australians on their life-changing BBM journeys.  

Today, our goal is to create opportunities, experiences and empowerment for young talent for the benefit of all of Australia. We are committed to promoting sustainability and addressing skills shortages by nurturing a new generation of skilled professionals equipped to meet the challenges of the future.

BBM Ltd is a not-for-profit organisation but funding our Global Industry Scholarships is not about charity – it’s about investing in young minds.   

  • It’s not about financial assistance – it’s about fuelling innovation. 

  • It’s not about altruism – it’s about Australia’s future economic success in a global market. 

  • Our partnerships are not about marketing – they are about a sense of mutual purpose.