Topic: Leadership

In this topic, we help you evaluate the health of your leadership. We look at the qualities and skills of strong leaders, and highlight some common problem signs to look out for. Your leadership health Taking the time to reflect on and evaluate your leadership is important for effective governance. Examining your past can often … Evaluate your leadership

In this topic, we explore effective leadership succession planning. We look at ways you can build the capabilities of your future leaders and manage the transition between one generation and the next. Leadership succession planning The comings and goings of leaders can have a dramatic impact on the effectiveness of a group’s governance. It is … Succession planning

In this topic, we walk you through some key considerations when developing the skills and capacity of your leaders. We also highlight some tried and tested methods that have worked for other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, communities and nations. Leadership capacity development A ‘capability’ is the combined set of skills, learnings, and behaviours … Develop your leadership

In this topic, we discuss the challenges many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders face in balancing multiple needs. We also look at the challenge of responding to change, crisis and conflict. Balancing multiple needs Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership is perhaps even more demanding than it used to be. It’s no longer only … Challenges of leadership

In this topic, we explore the features and limitations of different leadership styles. We also look at the importance of collective and transformative leadership for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, community and nations. Common leadership styles A leader is someone who has the style, personal qualities, values, skills, experience and knowledge to ‘mould consensus’ … Leadership styles

In this topic, we reflect on what strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership looks like today, and why it matters. We explore Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives of leaders and leadership. We also look at what organisations, communities and nations expect from their leaders. Understand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership Leadership is … Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership

In this section, we look at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership and what makes it effective. We discuss how to develop your leadership capacity and the importance of supporting young leaders. We look at different leadership styles, the challenges faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders, and ways to evaluate your group’s leadership. … Leadership overview