Craig Foster AM (He/Him)
Former Socceroo, Broadcaster, Adjunct Professor of Sport & Social Responsibility, Author & Human Rights Activist
What is Allyship?
Allyship is a way for leaders at all levels to show their support for the diverse communities that make up their teams. From women in leadership to LGBTQIA+ folks, First Nations, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse people and people with disability.
What do Allies do?
Allyship is about listening more than doing, it’s about knowledge more than action. Once you have taken in the diverse perspectives and challenges of these communities you will understand them more and be better equipped to support them at work. Taking time to understand their challenges is crucial to Allyship, and the best way to do this is hearing them first hand.
What are the benefits of Allyship?
Allies have a stronger sense of purpose in theory leadership and also foster greater team cohesion through enhanced trust. When your team members feel safe around you and each other, they will feel more comfortable sharing ideas, perceived risks, and point out problems before they become catastrophes. Fundamentally, Allyship boosts performance, creates better outcomes and maximises staff retention. Join us at the Building Allyship for Public Sector Leaders Summit to gain first hand accounts from a wide variety of diverse experiences as well as the insights and advice of leaders from across the public sector who have put Allyship into action!
Former Socceroo, Broadcaster, Adjunct Professor of Sport & Social Responsibility, Author & Human Rights Activist
Activist, Survivor-Advocate, Model and Consultant: Senior Co-Design & Engagement Advisor
National Disability Insurance Agency | International Day of People of Disability Ambassador - United Nations | Councillor - Victorian Disability Council
Secretary
Department of Infrastructure, Transport Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
Ngemba Woman, Seasoned Executive Leader, Consultant & Facilitator
General Manager, Smart Centres Operations Division
Services Australia
Gomeroi Woman & Deputy Secretary, Chief Commissioner of State Revenue & Commissioner of Fines Administration
Revenue NSW
Co-Assistant Secretary, Communication and Change Branch
Department of Health and Aged Care
Former CEO, Diversity Council of Australia & Associate Dean, Indigenous Leadership & Engagement
UTS
Major General, Head Force Design
Department of Defence
Departmental Officer, Job Seeker Payments Section & DSS Pride Committee Co-chair
Department of Social Services
TEDx speaker, Neurodiversity Advocate & Data Leader
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
Intersectionality, Inclusion and Belonging Expert, Educator and Consultant
Registered Psychologist & Clinical Director at Feel The Magic
Archwise Psychology
Senior Advisor, Safety, Leadership and Comm-State Engagement, Office for Women & PM&C Pride Co-Chair
Department of the Prime Minister & Cabinet
Institutional CSA survivor and advocate
Attorney-General's Department
Social Mobility speaker, Founder & Managing Director
The Multicultural Professional Network
Human Rights Lawyer, PhD (Medicine), Mentor, Mother of tween twins & Pro Bono Leader
Illawarra Reproductive Medicine and Laparoscopy
Veteran, Defence Executive Coach, Psychologist & Mentor
The Jackson Company
Agenda
All times are shown in AEDT
Jim Betts (He/Him)
Secretary
Department of Infrastructure, Transport Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
Avoid awkward small talk with an interactive and engaging activity to get to know your fellow delegates and what motivates them. No preparation, maximum connection!
James Dodwell
Principal Advisor – Regulatory Systems
Taumata Arowai
Akii Ngo (They/Them)
Activist, Survivor-Advocate, Model and Consultant: Senior Co-Design & Engagement Advisor
National Disability Insurance Agency | International Day of People of Disability Ambassador - United Nations | Councillor - Victorian Disability Council
Following a celebrated football career as Australia’s 419th Socceroo & 40th Captain, Craig then enjoyed an 18-year, triple Logie winning career with Australia’s multicultural broadcaster, Special Broadcasting Service (SBS). Since then Craig’s profile has grown to become an emblem of allyship, he has led successful refugee and multicultural inclusion campaigns and regularly speaks and advocates for First Nations people, women in leadership and human rights across the board. In this exclusive keynote, Craig will outline the role of allyship in the incredible success of The Matildas in this year’s world cup and the progress they are driving as a result.
Craig Foster AM (He/Him)
Former Socceroo, Broadcaster, Adjunct Professor of Sport & Social Responsibility, Author & Human Rights Activist
Melanie Montalban (She/Her)
Managing Lawyer, ACT
EDO
Dr Romina Santos Reyftmann (She/Her)
Human Rights Lawyer, PhD (Medicine), Mentor, Mother of tween twins & Pro Bono Leader
Illawarra Reproductive Medicine and Laparoscopy
Nora Fraser (She/Her)
Social Mobility speaker, Founder & Managing Director
The Multicultural Professional Network
Professor Nareen Young (She/Her)
Former CEO, Diversity Council of Australia & Associate Dean, Indigenous Leadership & Engagement
UTS
Valerie Griswold
Executive Director, Investigations and Enforcement, Better Regulation Division
NSW Department of Customer Service
Megan Spindler-Smith (They/Them)
Manager, Leadership and Talent Development & Chair, ABC Inclusive
ABC
Melinda Turner (She/Her)
Yuin/Monaro woman from Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community and First Assistant Secretary First Nations Health Division
Department of Health and Aged Care
Liam Scotland (He/Him)
Senior Advisor, Safety, Leadership and Comm-State Engagement, Office for Women & PM&C Pride Co-Chair
Department of the Prime Minister & Cabinet
Nicky Bell (She/Her)
General Manager, Smart Centres Operations Division
Services Australia
Jo Cantle (She/Her)
Director, APS Professions
Australian Public Service Commission (APSC)
Traci-Ann Byrnes (She/Her)
First Assistant Secretary
Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Lil Gordon (She/Her)
Ngemba Woman, Seasoned Executive Leader, Consultant & Facilitator
Dr Catriona Bruce (She/Her)
Head, Patent Analytics Hub
IP Australia
Budi Sudarto (They/He)
Intersectionality, Inclusion and Belonging Expert, Educator and Consultant
Robin Edmonds
Assistant Director, Media Reform, Online Safety, Media and Platforms Division
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
Andrew Pfeiffer (He/Him)
TEDx speaker, Neurodiversity Advocate & Data Leader
Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet
Sam Keech-Marx (She/Her)
Director Research Access and Workforce Diversity, Neurodiversity & Inclusive Leadership Advocate
Australian Research Council
Callie Barrett (She/Her)
Assistant Secretary, Vaccine Priority Populations and Stakeholder Engagement Branch
Department of Health and Aged Care
Lucy Archinal-Hudson (She/Her)
Registered Psychologist & Clinical Director at Feel The Magic
Archwise Psychology
Dr Bec Jackson (She/Her)
Veteran, Defence Executive Coach, Psychologist & Mentor
The Jackson Company
Samantha Payne (She/Her)
Founder and CEO
The Pink Elephants Support Network
Sue Webeck (She/Her)
CEO
Domestic Violence Crisis Service
Chrystina Stanford (She/Her)
CEO
Canberra Rape Crisis Centre
Josh Byrnes (He/Him)
Institutional CSA survivor and advocate
Attorney-General's Department
Mandy Young (She/Her)
Gomeroi Woman & Deputy Secretary, Chief Commissioner of State Revenue & Commissioner of Fines Administration
Revenue NSW
Isobelle Winter (She/They)
Departmental Officer, Job Seeker Payments Section & DSS Pride Committee Co-chair
Department of Social Services
Anita Agett (She/Her)
Co-Assistant Secretary, Communication and Change Branch
Department of Health and Aged Care
Nat James (She/Her)
Secretary
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations
Sam Keech-Marx (She/Her)
Director Research Access and Workforce Diversity, Neurodiversity & Inclusive Leadership Advocate
Australian Research Council
Format
Unlock the maximum performance of your team by creating and environment of safety, trust and creativity
Find out what leaders and team members are really bringing to work with them and how to make safe spaces for your people to thrive
Become a stronger ally by hearing first hand accounts of leadership, courage and authenticity from diverse and marginalised leaders to better understand their challenges
Gain real, candid advice from senior champions and allies on how you can better support people through allyship and inclusive leadership
Discuss what opportunities exist for all diversity groups to come together to drive progress
VIP and sector keynotes, case studies, fireside chats and interactive panel discussions detailing the challenges overcome and lessons learned by leaders and staff
Every manager and leader of people needs to attend this summit, such as:
This event is very popular with groups, share the experience with your team!
An affirming experience for everyone in the workplace. Respect for all, building a community that loves, protects and affirms.”
Goulburn Mulwaree Council
I encourage any leaders who feel bias-free to attend this Summit. Be ready to have your mind blown to make space for more inclusivity.”
NSW Health
Group bookings are highly popular for this event
Take advantage of our group discounts!
Groups of 5+ save 10% | Groups of 9+ save 15% | Groups of 12+ save 20%
Venue
Rydges Canberra | Ngunnawal Country
17 Canberra Ave, Forrest ACT 2603