Program update
We wish to advise that expressions of interest for the Auspire Leadership Program have been deferred for 2026.
Since its launch in 2022, the program has provided valuable leadership development opportunities for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds. While we had intended to continue offering the program beyond 2025, this deferral will ensure that future iterations can be delivered with the appropriate resources and support needed to maintain its quality and impact.
We remain committed to supporting current and emerging CaLD leaders and will continue to provide opportunities for community connection and capacity building through our other programs, events and initiatives.
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Overview
Australia Day Council WA’s Leadership Program, established and co-designed in partnership with the Office of Multicultural Interests was created to support current and aspiring culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) leaders to further their leadership goals.
Who is the program for?
This program is for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds, from different cultures, ages, abilities and genders, who seeking opportunity to develop their own leadership potential. Participants must be able to attend in-person and for program sessions, which are currently only able to be delivered in the Perth metropolitan area.
See the definition of CaLD here.
Note: Program sessions (forums, workshops and events) may be delivered during, before and after business hours (early mornings and evenings) and potentially weekends. Location for the delivery of program sessions will vary, however will mostly be in Perth metropolitan venues.
Program benefits and outcomes
Leadership development: Participants gain valuable skills and knowledge to enhance their leadership capabilities, including communication, decision-making, and team-building techniques.
Cultural competency: The program equips participants with first nations and intercultural competency, fostering understanding and collaboration across diverse groups.
Networking: Participants have the opportunity to connect with other leaders, mentors, and influencers in both the CaLD community and broader sectors, helping them build relationships that can support their careers.
Confidence building: Emerging and existing leaders gain confidence through structured learning and unstructured personal development.
Professional growth: Participation can enhance career prospects, as the program showcases practical leadership experience from real-world scenarios.
Unstructured mentoring: Access to Australian of the Year Awards alumni and others from Auspire’s Inspiring Australian’s network to discuss leadership themes within intimate Chatham House roundtables.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the program, participants must:
- Be from a CaLD background.
- Be a current or emerging leader.
- Have an appropriate level of English language proficiency.
- Provide two referees who can verify your eligibility and suitability.
- Sign a declaration that you are committed to participate in all aspects of the program including attendance all scheduled events.
- Office of Multicultural Interests (OMI) and Auspire staff members are not eligible to apply for this program.