The AILC is a proud supporter of the Australian Human Rights Commission’s Wiyi Yani U Thangani (Women’s Voices) Report and project. The report, released in December 2020, is the first time since 1986 that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and girls have been consulted as a collective about our rights, needs and aspirations. Read more
Leading the Way is a new scholarship program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and is a partnership between the Domino’s Give for Good program and the AILC. Scholarship applications close 8 October 2021. Read more
The AILC was founded by Indigenous leaders in recognition of the importance of leadership in driving sustainable change in Indigenous communities. This year, 2021, is the AILC’s official 20-year anniversary. Read more
We believe in the future of our people, and giving Indigenous people more opportunities to lead in every aspect of Australian life.
NEW DATE: 13 AUGUST 2022. The AILC will mark twenty-one years of service with a Gala Dinner at the beautiful National Museum of Australia, Ngunnawal Country. Alumni, supporters, staff and friends are all invited to join us in celebrating Indigenous Leadership in Australia and the contribution so many have made to the AILC's work.
This year, 2021, the AILC celebrates 20 years of service. Learn more about how it all started and the visionary leaders who worked so hard to establish a leadership program run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
This training is for adults who live, or work with Aboriginal people at risk of experiencing mental distress. This training can enable participants to feel more confident in identifying mental illnesses and providing initial ‘mental health first aid’ whilst supporting someone to access appropriate help.
AILC and Give for Good launch a one-year partnership. Give for Good will provide scholarships for six students to participate in a Certificate IV in Indigenous Leadership. The program called Leading the Way, is designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as they strengthen their leadership skills and build on their capabilities. Read more
The Certificate IV in Indigenous Leadership is an accredited course and will be delivered online from November 2021 - March 2022. The course establishes pathways to further education and training, enabling students to aspire to higher levels of responsibility in chosen arenas such as senior roles in workplaces and community organisations. Read more
The Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance will build your understanding of the role of governance in organisations. The course will equip participants with a range of skills required to meet their obligations as directors or managers within Indigenous corporations.. Read more