The Menzies Leadership Foundation, in partnership with ANU School of Cybernetics has taken a bold step forward in shaping the future of leadership with the establishment of the ANU Complexity Leadership Lab. As we navigate an era that is characterised by rapid technological change, global challenges, and interconnected systems, the Lab represents a significant investment […]
The Menzies Foundation is delighted to unveil its refreshed identity as the Menzies Leadership Foundation, signalling a further focus on amplifying a global leadership movement. This evolution reflects the Foundation’s unwavering commitment to fostering impactful, purpose-driven leadership that empowers individuals and communities to navigate the complexities of today’s interconnected world. As we move from the
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The Menzies Leadership Foundation is delighted to announce Dr. Thi Kim (Julie) Dao as the 2025 Youth Board Observer, a position created to empower young leaders and amplify their voices within the organisation. Julie’s remarkable accomplishments and unwavering dedication to leadership and ethical challenges position her as an exemplary choice for this role. A Champion
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School systems worldwide acknowledge the vital importance of school leadership in building and enhancing the quality of education, to improve student learning outcomes. With a lens on collective efficacy, the work of the Menzies School Leadership Incubator suggests we need a new approach to leadership that supports school leaders to better manage transformational change and
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The Civic Health of Australia: A National Portrait in 30 Charts, published by the Australian Leadership Index and OurVoice, and powered by the Menzies Leadership Foundation, highlights the global retreat of democracy and the challenges facing political systems worldwide. Recent research has painted a stark and deeply concerning picture of the current state of trust
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The Civic Health of Australia: A National Portrait in 30 Charts, published by the Australian Leadership Index and OurVoice, and powered by the Menzies Leadership Foundation, highlights the global retreat of democracy and the challenges facing political systems worldwide. Recent studies on civic engagement in Australia reveal a complex picture of how Australians perceive and
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Authored by: Amber CY Tsai, PhD, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Tasmania, Toby Newstead, PhD, Leadership Scholar and Executive Leadership Coach, and Joseph Crawford, PhD, Organisational Behaviour Scholar. What stands between us and more effective leadership development? From the research-practice gap to emerging challenges like climate change and leader burnout, traditional approaches to leadership development
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The Civic Health of Australia: A National Portrait in 30 Charts, published by the Australian Leadership Index and OurVoice, and powered by the Menzies Foundation, highlights the global retreat of democracy and the challenges facing political systems worldwide. In recent years, research from the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance has shown a troubling
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As artificial intelligence accelerates into the mainstream, the legal profession finds itself at a pivotal moment—challenged not only to interpret the implications of emerging technologies, but to lead with clarity, accountability, and care. In July 2024, the Menzies Leadership Foundation, in collaboration with the Centre for AI and Digital Ethics (CAIDE), hosted a landmark event
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By any measure, 2024 was a year of extraordinary pressure and promise for education. Across Australia, school leaders have been asked to carry more than their share of complexity: rising demands, cultural shifts, workforce pressures, student wellbeing concerns, and a lingering sense of societal uncertainty. In that context, the Menzies School Leadership Incubator offered not just
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Natasha is driven by a profound passion for both creativity and analytics, a synergy that fosters authentic storytelling in the digital realm with both innovation and integrity.
Throughout her career, she has consistently integrated the overarching marketing and communications narrative with the emotional connections of audiences. She is currently pursuing a Certificate in Society and the Individual from Flinders University, furthering her exploration of human behaviour and the critical importance of connectedness between organisations, individuals, and communities.
