This year the AILC partnered with the NT Government to deliver leadership training in the First Circles Program. Read more about the program and feedback from Mparntwe participants. 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
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
The Australian Indigenous Leadership Centre is working with the Anindilyakwa Land Council (ALC) and mining company South32 to launch a program designed to enable and empower the next generation of leaders on Groote Eylandt. Read more
In 2024, we are focussing on leadership training customised for organisations. We are working with large companies and small community-run organisations to build their leadership capacity. Email us today if we can help your organisation. Read more
Merry Christmas and happy New Year to all our students, clients, sponsors and supporters. The AILC office will be closed from 3pm Friday 22 December, reopening 9am Monday 8 January 2024. Read more
Congratulations to all the participants in the 2023 Wesfarmers Indigenous Leadership Program. Read more
Robyn Forester reflects on the October Referendum result and with greater resolve, looks to the future work of the AILC. Read more
The AILC team is deeply disappointed by the outcome of the national referendum for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, 14 October 2023. However, we know there is strength and determination amongst our students and alumni to continue to create positive change for our mob, both locally and nationally. This strength fuels our passion for Indigenous leadership education and development. 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 board supports a ‘Yes’ vote in the upcoming national referendum for the Constitutional Recognition of Australia's First Peoples. 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
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