Join Our AAI Skills Development Session on ‘The Power of Inclusive Leadership: Creating Belonging and Equity in Diverse Communities’

How can leadership create genuine belonging and ensure equity in increasingly diverse communities?

Australia Awards in Indonesia, in collaboration with Adelaide University, invites you to join the upcoming AAI Skills Development Session, ‘The Power of Inclusive Leadership: Creating Belonging and Equity in Diverse Communities’, delivered by Dr Vandana Arya on Thursday, 12 March 2026, from 2.00 PM – 4.00 PM (WIB) via Zoom.

In today’s interconnected world, leadership is no longer defined by authority alone. It requires empathy, authenticity and the ability to foster spaces where everyone feels valued. In this interactive session, Dr Arya will explore how inclusive and transformational leadership can strengthen communities, bridge cultural divides and empower individuals across diverse contexts.

Drawing on her experience as Program Director for Economics, Real Estate and Property programs at Adelaide University, as well as insights from the Graduate Leadership Framework, Dr Arya will share practical approaches to leading with purpose and impact. Participants will also learn from real-world examples of her research on financial literacy and digital inclusion among culturally and linguistically diverse communities in Australia.

What You’ll Gain

Participants will:

• Deepen their understanding of inclusive and transformational leadership principles
• Learn how empathy-driven leadership supports marginalised communities
• Explore practical lessons from Australia and Indonesia
• Build confidence to champion equity, participation and social cohesion

The session features a short presentation, case studies, breakout discussions and a live Q&A, encouraging participants to move from reflection to practical application.

Who Should Attend?

• Australia Awards scholars
• Australian Alumni: Education professionals, Community leaders, Policy practitioners, Anyone passionate about equity and inclusion

Please RSVP via https://oz.link/rsvpSD12MAR by Tuesday, 10 March 2026 at 23.59 WIB. Early registration is recommended.

For more information about the lecture and speaker, click here.

We look forward to welcoming you to this engaging and practical discussion on building more inclusive and resilient communities.