The Australian Women's Leadership

Symposium

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Inspiration and Empowerment

Get ready to feel refreshed, motivated, and armed with new ideas. Dive into the stories of diverse leaders to gain insight on leadership, equality, and inclusion.

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Personal and Professional Growth

This is your chance to pause and reflect on your role as a leader. You’ll leave with a renewed sense of purpose and confidence to tackle challenges head-on.

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Networking Opportunities

Connect with like-minded individuals from a variety of industries. Who knows, you might just find your next collaboration partner.

Join Australia's Premier Women's Leadership Event

This is your moment to redefine what leadership means to you and explore new possibilities for personal and professional growth. Through the lens of shared stories, you’ll witness how other women in leadership have overcome obstacles to forge their own paths. Join us to delve into the collective wisdom of diverse women, create new connections, and find inspiration for your leadership journey.

Previous Speakers

Our symposiums feature a diverse lineup of high-profile thought leaders, recognised for their excellence across business and community leadership.

WLA Speakers - Julia Gillard

Julia Gillard AC

WLA Speakers - Cathy Freeman

Cathy Freeman OAM

WLA Speakers - Nyadol Nyuon

Nyadol Nyuon OAM

Em Rusciano

Melanie Tran (She/Her)

Melanie Tran

WLA Speakers - Tasneem Chopra

Tasneem Chopra OAM

Danielle Wood

Lydia Williams OLY

Julia Zemiro

Mel Jones OAM (She/Her)

Mel Jones OAM

The Hon Katrine Hildyard MP

Sammy Herbert

Yumi Lee

Sonny Jane Wise (They/Them)

Sonny Jane Wise (They/Them)

A headshot of Prabha Nandagopal

Prabha Nandagopal

Jill Gallagher

Dr Jill Gallagher AO

Steph Tisdell

Chanel Contos

The Hon. Fiona Simpson MP

Irene Candelaria Rowe

Bree Gorman (They/Them)

Akii Ngo (They/Them)

Tricia Stroud

Lorraine Finlay

I felt extremely inspired after this event. This was by far the best event I have ever attended. The structure of the event, to the clever agenda that flowed so well, even down to the small details of having a working book with space to write against each speaker - this was a dream for me!

Ashlee
Melbourne Symposium Attendee

Spending a day with powerful and likeminded women I now feel empowered to speak up and make small radical changes at work. Thank you.

Jackie
Sydney Symposium Attendee

This is my second year attending and the quality and content from the amazing presenters far exceeds any other conferences I have attended. The balance of presenters and the care and consideration of the content is evident in the quality event!

Lilly
Brisbane Symposium Attendee
Our 2026 Symposiums

MAY

21

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Melbourne

Naarm

JUNE

18

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Brisbane

Meanjin

Join the Conversation

Covering critical topics like gender equity, inclusion, leadership, career advancement, and life fulfillment, the symposiums offer an opportunity for women to connect, gain insights, share experiences, and draw inspiration.
The Symposiums are designed to provide a psychologically safe space centred on the voices and experiences of women and gender-diverse people. We welcome people of any gender expression or identity, cultural background, beliefs, or choices.
We are a safe and welcoming space.

 

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Previous Partners

 

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DFS South East Melbourne Women of Encore BRG Logo Eworks Government of SA - Office for Women
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