The AILC board supports a ‘Yes’ vote in the upcoming national referendum for the Constitutional Recognition of Australia's First Peoples. Read more
Like so many, I am currently living in lockdown on Ngunnawal Country. This past fortnight I have drawn inspiration and joy from our Paralympians. Especially the achievements of four athletes who are not only winning medals but are also breaking records Read more
AILC trainer Timmy Duggan is a man of many talents. In addition to being a valued member of our team, Timmy is the founder of Hoops4Health, an organisation dedicated to helping young people take control of their lives and fulfil their potential. Read more
We sit down and have a yarn with Michelle Deshong - AILC alumnus and former AILC board member. Michelle is an academic, business woman and strong voice for Indigenous women's empowerment. Read more
On 8 and 9 August, the AILC team came together at HQ on Ngunnawal Country, Canberra, for a 2-day planning workshop. We are so excited for the future of AILC! Read more
Latest news and views from the CEO's desk. Read more
The AILC is unique among registered training organisations (RTOs) in Australia in that we are governed and managed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders. Read more
The AILC is proud to be partnering with the Northern Land Council to deliver leadership and mentoring training to Council staff. This partnership is helping the NLC provide a supportive environment for trainees, graduates and other early career participants. Read more
Elana Laws from Canberra, reflects on her experience completing a Certificate II in Indigenous Leadership during 2022/23. Read more
My name is Tyrone. My Tongue is my spear; my spear is my pride; and I am proud to be Aboriginal. AILC alumnus, Tyrone Bean's moving speech presented at the AILC's 21st Anniversary Gala Dinner, 15 October 2022. Read more
Your organisation can make a difference to the lives of aspiring Indigenous leaders! Help fund the AILC's highly successful Leading the Way Scholarship Program to support emerging Indigenous leaders in the communities in which you operate. Read more
Sadly, on 8 April 2023, AILC's founding father, Russell Taylor AM, passed away peacefully after a long illness. We pay tribute to his many achievements and tireless commitment to advocating for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for over four decades. Read more
Jordan Mogridge recently completed the online Certificate IV in Indigenous Leadership with the AILC. Unsure of what to expect, Jordan was pleased to find that the course allowed plenty of opportunity for discussion and knowledge sharing. Read more
Specialist human resources company Calleo Indigenous is partnering with the AILC to offer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander emerging leaders an opportunity to further their skills and knowledge through education. Calleo are offering up to ten scholarships per year for study in one of the AILC's accredited leadership courses. Read more
Cecilia McKenzie is a proud Wiradjuri woman and classically trained vocalist who has performed on multiple stages across Australia. Cecilia is also a recipient of one of the ten AILC Calleo Scholarships offered this year. Read Cecilia's reflections on her study experience with AILC. Read more
This exciting new partnership will deliver leadership and governance training in Shell's Queensland and Western Australia areas of operation. The programs will be co-designed with communities and delivered by AILC trainers over the next three years. Read more
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 scholarship program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and is a partnership between the AILC and our generous scholarship sponsors. The 2023 program has 16 scholarships available for Certificate II and IV in Indigenous Leadership. Read more
This month we chat with inspirational AILC alumnus Tash Hunter. Tash is a Nykina woman born on Karriyarra Country in Western Australia. Tash has worked as a medic, educator and is now pursuing her passion for sustainable development as a board member of the Aboriginal Biodiversity Conservation Foundation. Read more
This month we chat with AILC Program Leader Amanda Van Wyk about supporting students during a pandemic. Amanda shares insights into the high level of commitment our students have to continuing, and succeeding in, their studies. Read more
An update from AILC trainer, Timmy Duggan, on how the Groote Eylandt leadership program is going so far. Read more
Meet our Program Leaders! Read more
Updates and reflections from Robyn Forester, AILC CEO. It's been an incredible month for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander athletes and a thought provoking NAIDOC Week. Read more
Rapport is one of the more powerful tools that we can have in our leadership tool kit. AILC CEO, Robyn Forester, shares some tips on building rapport. Read more