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State of the Nation – Rick Brooks

Rick Brooks, Chair of Sexual Health Quarters, presented at our State of the Nation event last month where he shared what it means to be an ELGP Community Partner. Some of the things Rick covered were: Why Sexual Health Quarters are involved in the program Outcomes that have been achieved because of the improved diversity […]

State of the Nation – Emma Jarvis

Emma Jarvis, CEO of Palmerston, did an interesting presentation at our State of the Nation event earlier this month where she shared what it means to be an ELGP Community Partner. Some of the things Emma covered were: Why Palmerston are involved in the program Outcomes that have been achieved because of the improved diversity […]

INTERVIEW WITH KATH SNELL, DIFFERENCE MAKERS AWARD WINNER

It is difficult to describe a person as dynamic as Kath Snell, more than a CEO she is a lifelong learner who is continually striving to make a positive impact in the lives of others.  Sitting in a coffee shop on a chilly winter afternoon, Kath Snell and I sat down to talk about the […]

IN CONVERSATION WITH JUSTINE COLYER, CEO OF RISE

On a beautiful morning spiced up with clear skies after a few days of rain, I found myself waiting at a cafe in East Perth eagerly looking forward to meeting Justine Colyer, CEO of Rise. I had heard good things about Justine and within a few minutes into our conversation she was exactly how I had […]

What have we achieved? 2019 Annual Report Released

We are excited to share the 2019 Annual Report for the Engaging Young Leaders on Aged Care and Community Boards program.  Thank you again for all the support of Community Partners who make this program a reality in our sector!                               […]

CONGRATULATIONS to all the Finalists and Nominees of the Difference Maker Diversity Awards

What are the Difference Maker Diversity Awards? Our Difference Maker Diversity Awards is a State award that looks for and recognises a board and individual director in the WA Not for Profit sector who are really seeking to engage with people who bring a different perspective. The Difference Maker Diversity Awards highlight those who have […]

CONGRATULATIONS! To the 2018 Winners and Finalists of the Difference Maker Diversity Awards

Over 45 people attended the State of the Nation event which celebrates the achievements of the Engaging Young Leaders on Aged Care and Community Boards program and winners of the Difference Maker Diversity Awards which recognises one person and one organisation who are championing diversity on boards. On behalf of Community Vision, Greg Martin Chair – […]

CONGRATULATIONS! To all the Finalists and Nominees of the Difference Maker Diversity Awards

What are Difference Maker Diversity Awards? Our Difference Maker Diversity Awards is a State award that looks for and recognises a board and individual director in the WA Not for Profit sector who are really seeking to engage with people who bring a different perspective. The Difference Maker Diversity Awards highlight those who have taken […]

Congratulate the Graduates of ELGP 2018

Last night we congratulated the ELGP Graduates of 2018!  Please find below their video snapshots of the program and their group projects.  You can check out their biographies here. They have also worked very hard to create five exceptional projects that will be added to the online resource toolkit.  You may download and distribute them […]

Five Reasons to Nominate for the 2018 Difference Maker Diversity Awards

I was speaking with a colleague the other day about the Difference Maker Diversity Awards, she said that she was a bit too busy to stop and think about this award opportunity.  I was thinking that whilst I understand we are all busy, I also thought how we don’t do ourselves any favours when we […]

Why are the Difference Maker Diversity Awards Important?

In 2017 we established the Difference Maker Diversity Awards as a key strategy to acknowledge people who were champing diversity on boards. I remember at the time being asked why it was important. This question gave me the occasion to explain why I think awards like this are so vital in supporting change. Our world […]

ELGP 2018 Kicks Off

Buzz in the Room! We were very excited to launch the 6th Emerging Leaders in Governance (ELGP) program on the 7th February 2018 with 20 exceptional participants.   With over 45 people in the room, there was definitely the buzz that comes from a shared purpose and commitment to collaboration.  Dr Nicky Howe encouraged participants […]