Upcoming Leadership Development Programs

A program for men ready to lead on gender equity

The leaders that stand out from the pack are those that have a deeper understanding of the barriers and systemic issues that prevent innovation, talent acquisition and retention, problem solving and business growth.

MAIL is a unique leadership development experience designed specifically for men who want to take action on workplace gender equity. This is not a remedial program.

MAIL supports leaders to reflect, challenge themselves, and develop the insight and capability needed to make real progress on workplace gender equity.  

Program Highlights

• Develop your understanding of gender and how it impacts lived experience 
• Appreciate the universal nature of bias
• Build your understanding of how gender is related to power and privilege 
• Enhance your awareness of the benefits of gender equity for everyone 
• Learn strategies for promoting gender equity and challenging gender-biased mindsets and workplace practices
• Develop techniques to engage other men to advocate for gender equity 
• Connect with a network of men with a shared desire to create real change 

Key Dates – 2026

• Online orientation interview: March 2026, prior to program start

• Workshop 1 (1 day, in person*): Thursday, 26 March 2026

• Workshop 2 (half day, online): Thursday, 30 April 2026

• Workshop 3 (2 days, in person): Tuesday, 2 & Wednesday, 3 June 2026

• Executive and group coaching (online): Times organised with participants

*Location: Queen Victoria Women's Centre, 210 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

A transformative program for women across all sectors

WILD is for women from the private, public and not-for-profit sectors, seeking a development experience to help upskill and prepare for future roles.

WILD offers a unique opportunity to explore the challenges of leadership through a gender lens, strengthen your leadership capability, and find your authentic voice.

The award-winning format is designed to challenge and inspire, while connecting you to a broad network of exceptional women who support you during the program and beyond.

Whether stepping into leadership, re-emerging after a career pause or ready for your next leap, WILD is a powerful development experience.

Program Highlights

• Explore your unique leadership identity 

• Understand the difference between leadership, management and technical work 

• Increase your influence and impact 

• Build psychological flexibility, resilience and thriving 

• Develop capability to lead with purpose and navigate change 

• Learn frameworks for breakthrough conversations 

• Connect with a network of diverse and inspiring women

Key Dates – 2026

• Online orientation interview: March

• Workshop 1 (2 days, in person*): Tuesday 24 & Wednesday 25 March

• Workshop 2 (half day, online): Tuesday 21 April

• Workshop 3 (2 days, in person*): Tuesday 19 & Wednesday 20 May

• Individual coaching sessions: April & June, scheduled individually

*Location: Melbourne