The Australian Women's Leadership Symposium
Brisbane
Tickets On Sale Now
Thursday 18 June 2026
Featured Speakers
View the agenda to see the full lineup of diverse and inspiring leaders.
Morgana Jones (She/Her)
Acting Chief Executive Officer, Women’s Health and Equality Queensland
Giridharan Sivaraman
Race Discrimination Commissioner, Australian Human Rights Commission
Rabia Siddique (She/Her)
International Humanitarian Lawyer; Non-Executive Director; Media Commentator; AGSM & UWA Faculty
Shelly Horton (She/Her)
Author; TV Journalist & Presenter; Women's Health Advocate; Co-founder, ShellShocked Media & Don't Sweat It
Hear from our attendees
This event has encouraged me to broaden my perception and thinking on a range of topics, predominantly the way I adopt and establish diversity throughout my team and create a psychologically safe and inclusive environment for all to be and share their best version of themselves with others.
The Symposium provided a great insight into areas for development and improvement.
As someone who is looking to be promoted in my workplace within the next 6 months, it gave me a lot of good techniques and got me thinking about the type of leader I want to be.
After today, I feel braver to just ask, just ask the question, people want to feel heard.
The Symposium gave me so many insights into where I can direct my energy towards progress and equity.
Outstanding selection of presenters, it was great to see diversity on many levels.
What to Expect in 2026
Real stories from inspiring leaders
Authentic leadership lessons grounded in lived experience.
Applied leadership development
Actionable wellbeing strategies, gender-equity insights, skill-building, and reflection.
Meaningful connections
Guided networking opportunities and peer learning.









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