iLEAD
Unlock your leadership potential
Key dates
The key dates for the program are listed below.
At a minimum, you will engage with six events and/or activities requiring a total commitment of approximately 10 hours towards your leadership development. It is encouraged that you work towards completing iLEAD in a 12-month period.
| Event | About | Date/s |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership Stories (guest speaker event) | Hear from a guest speaker and be inspired to develop leadership skills effectively. | Thursday 12 February 2026 |
| Leadership 101 Workshop | Discover the foundations of leadership and how to apply leadership skills in real-world situations. | Wednesday 4 March 2026 |
| Confident Communication | Learn how to adapt your communication style to different audiences and contexts, ensuring your message resonates with clarity and confidence. | Wednesday 18 March 2026 |
| Ethical and Inclusive Leadership | Develop a toolkit of skills needed to be an ethical and inclusive leader in cultural and social contexts and learn how leadership can create positive impacts. | Monday 30 March 2026 |
| Industry Challenge | Practice your leadership skills with the support of industry leaders. | Monday 27 July 2026 |
| Student vs. Staff Debate | Attend a light-hearted debate with students and staff going head to head about a current topic. | Friday 28 August 2026 |
| Public Speaking Masterclass | Build the core skills required to speak publicly and present with confidence. | Tuesday 8 September 2026 |
| Selling Your Leadership Experience | Master your leadership pitch and showcase your skills by refining your LinkedIn profile and resume. | Thursday 24 September 2026 |
| Speed Networking | Meet new people, expand your contacts, and learn from others in a fast-paced and fun environment. | Wednesday 14 October 2026 |
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.