Benevolent Society

Sydney Leadership is open to anyone who believes they can make a positive difference to their community or their organisation. This means people with vision, intellectual rigour, strong personal values, a sphere of influence and a commitment to give something back to the community.

We welcome participants with a range of life experiences. It is not a prerequisite to be in a leadership role already, or to be working in the community sector. This diversity enriches our group activities and strengthens our networks.

Commitment is a key factor in selection – the desire and determination to commit to the Program, to their own learning and development, to other participants, to innovation, to making a difference and to the broader community. We also ask that participants enter the Program as learners rather than experts.

You should think about participating in Sydney Leadership if you want to:

• learn more about yourself, the world, and what it means to take action

• increase your effectiveness in your existing leadership role

• make a bigger impact on your work in the community, corporate or government sector

• tackle social concerns

• act more effectively within your sphere of influence

• become part of a network of individuals committed to building a better society.   

Find out more

Download a copy of our 2009 Participant Directory (below) to see who's involved in Sydney Leadership 2009.

Use the links on the left to explore the Sydney Leadership section of our website, download a copy of the 2010 Sydney Leadership booklet (below) or contact us to request a printed copy or to speak to one of our team. We welcome your enquiry.

Applications

We are still accepting applications for the 2010 Sydney Leadership Program. Find out more on our applications page or contact us to discuss your application.

"I totally underestimated the positive impact that Sydney Leadership was to have in shaping my future, both personally and professionally. Aside from opening new doors and connecting me with some wonderful people, it caused me to reflect on how I could lead and drive constructive change in areas close to my heart in all aspects of my life. Sydney Leadership is not for the fainthearted - but it is well worth the ride."

Simon Wright, Sustainability Manager, Direct Insurance, IAG
2003 Sydney Leadership participant

“Signing up for Sydney Leadership has proven to be one of the best decisions of my life. For years I had thought and spoken about getting involved with the community sector but I had never acted. Sydney Leadership has given me the skills, confidence and network to move forward. Hardly a day goes by where I don't apply Sydney Leadership thinking to my professional and personal life.”

Jono McCauley, Creative Director, IdeaWorks
2007 Sydney Leadership participant