Indigenous Leadership Summit Melbourne 2025

Indigenous Leadership Summit Melbourne 2025

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Coming to Melbourne for the first time in 2024!

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Melbourne welcomes the Indigenous Leadership Summit for the first time in 2024, aligning with the spirit of the National NAIDOC Week theme: ‘Keep the Fire Burning! Black, Loud & Proud’! This summit marks a significant milestone in our ongoing effort to amplify First Nations Voices in Australian leadership.

This isn’t just about discussions – it’s about making real, impactful changes. Drawing inspiration from Victoria’s rich cultural heritage and progressive ethos, this event represents a pivotal moment in our journey towards bridging generational divides.

While strides have been made in acknowledging Indigenous perspectives, there remains a pressing need to translate this recognition into tangible results, particularly in the realm of employment. The 2021 census clearly revealed a pronounced employment gap between First Nations communities and other Australians, underscoring the urgency of our mission.

 

ABOUT THE EVENT

The Indigenous Leadership Summit 2024 Melbourne is more than an event; it’s a springboard for impactful change. This event unites Australia’s most influential minds to engage in bold and transformative conversations. We will explore and address the critical issues surrounding Indigenous careers, leadership advancements, and integration across all sectors.

 

By bringing together CEOs, Indigenous Affairs experts, and esteemed First Nations leaders, we are committed to forging concrete pathways for impactful change. Our focus extends beyond employment – we are dedicated to driving positive developments in education, health, and overall social well-being.

Join us in Melbourne, renowned for its spirit of inclusivity, as we collaboratively shape a future that not only embraces but also elevates First Nations leadership.

 

I look forward to seeing you there,

YOUR ONCE IN A LIFETIME PRESENTERS FOR 2024!

Patty Mills
Only First Nations NBA Champion, Five time Olympian
2022 ACT Australian of the Year
Stan Grant
Stan Grant, Critically Acclaimed Best-Selling Author, Geo-Political, Political Philosophy, and Race Studies Expert, Renowned and Award Winning Journalist
Australian Trailblazer
Aunty Eva Jo Edwards
Indigenous Rights
Youth Advocate
Rosli Wheelock
General Manager, First Nations
Fortescue
Sarah Derry
Former CEO - Pacific
Accor
Leah Purcell
Film and Stage Icon; Actor The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart; Wentworth
The Drover's Wife; Playwright & Novelist; The Drover's Wife; Indigenous Advocate

Agenda

Pre-Conference Workshop

Conference Day 1

Conference Day 2

Post-Conference Workshop

Key Benefits of attending

  • Take away advice of seasoned Indigenous leaders hear their stories of success
  • Bridge the opportunities/ outcomes gap within First Nations communities
  • Implement strategies to grow your Indigenous workforce and supply chain
  • Understand your large employer responsibilities to elevate, promote and support Indigenous staff
  • Connect to country and your authentic self to become a self-aware leader
  • Create more tangible pathways to Indigenous Leadership through inclusion, promotion and support
  • Understand the crucial role of leadership in elevating Indigenous potential
  • Achieve success as an Indigenous Leader – both commercially and culturally
  • Take away best practice in Reconciliation Action Plans from Australia’s leading Indigenous employers

Who should attend?

  • Current and Future Indigenous Leaders
  • Senior Management to CEO
  • HR, Diversity and Indigenous Development
  • Procurement and Supply Chain
  • Education
  • Up & coming indigenous staff and leaders
  • Local, State and Federal Government
  • Community Engagement Roles

Highlights from our past events

Your Incredible Speaker Line-Up

Leah Purcell
Film and Stage Icon; Actor The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart; Wentworth
The Drover's Wife; Playwright & Novelist; The Drover's Wife; Indigenous Advocate
Sarah Derry
Former CEO - Pacific
Accor
Rosli Wheelock
General Manager, First Nations
Fortescue
Nyssa Murray (Dunghutti / Goorie)
First Nations Engagement Lead
BlueScope Australian Steel Products
Pamela Thorley
Manager of Aboriginal Pathways
MercyCare
Anthony Smith
CEO
MercyCare
Professor Rick Macourt
Managing Director
First Nations Economics
Deanella Mack
Indigenous Cultural Capability Leader
EY
Michael Frangos
Chief Executive Officer
Indigenous Energy Australia
Andrew Craig
National First Nations Engagement Manager,
Fulton Hogan & Owner NGIILAY Gift Boxes
Thomas Mayo
Assistant National Secretary, Maritime Union of Australia, Board Director, Indigenous Literacy Foundation
Best Selling Author and First nations Advocate
Jeff Gallus
Executive General Manager
BMD Group
Katie O’Malley
General Manager, Corporate Affairs
BMD Group
Dart Johnson
National Indigenous Program Manager
BMD Group

Event Partners

Testimonials

  • IPEA

Very practical and applicable to my work.

  • Department of Defence

Absolutely outstanding event. The concepts about Leadership and what organisations are doing gives me hope for my grand-children that the support is out there

  • Training Services NSW Aboriginal Initiatives

These deadly women inspired me yesterday to have more confidence to take a leap in my career and ensure that I follow what I love.These deadly women inspired me yesterday to have more confidence to take a leap in my career and ensure that I follow what I love.

  • ACT Govt - CMTEDD

IT was great to hear practical information about RAPs

  • Catholic Diocese of Parramatta

Fantastic presentations, I love their approach to creating employment initiatives moving forward.

  • Australian Electoral Commission

You all did amazing!!

  • NAB

Wow! Took it all in, and has given me lots to think about. Inspirational!

  • Universal Music Australia

Being from the Music Industry - I was very surprised to find out such a incredible Foundation was linked to Yothu Yindi. I will definitely be looking into this Foundation much more from today.

  • Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

It was so nice to hear from Indigenous voices and leaders throughout the event. Loved the important message of getting & staying “EDUCATED” whilst strengthening Culture and Leadership is important to me as we compete in two worlds

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