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Delighted to be hosting our Annual Engaging Men and Boys Summit in partnership with ANROWS Family Life and The Man Cave Ben Vasiliou This year's event addresses gender norms that go unchallenged, trauma that goes unsupported, and power dynamics and social conditions that allow violence to occur. That’s where our conversation begins. Across two days and two specialist streams, you’ll explore what drives men to use violence, what stops them, and what the sector can do to evolve. From coercive control and behaviour change programs to early prevention, fatherhood, schools, digital harm, and the manosphere. Thanks to our incredible speakers Daniel Principe Tony Johannsen Allison Wainwright Michael Flood Dr Tessa Boyd-Caine Dr. Zac Seidler Ayla Chorley, David Mandel Shaan Ross-Smith Dave Kramer Paul Liknaitzky, PhD Tim Wemyss Patrick O'Leary Matt Tyler Kate Fitz-Gibbon Michele Campbell

In high-stakes environments, true leadership isn't just about the grand strategies; it is found in the cumulative impact of our everyday actions. At the upcoming Women UNLIMITED Leadership Summit, we are proud to spotlight Lieutenant General Natasha Fox AO CSC, Chief of Personnel at the Department of Defence and the first woman promoted to three-star rank in the Australian Defence Force. Natasha’s historic career is defined by breaking new ground and leading with unwavering purpose. From entering the Australian Defence Force Academy in 1988 to deploying across Lebanon, Syria, and Israel, she has navigated some of the most demanding operational environments in the world. Whether serving as Deputy Chief of Army, Chief of Staff for Joint Task Force 633, or as the inaugural Chief of Personnel, she consistently demonstrates how to anchor leadership in clear values and sound judgement. Taking the stage in Canberra, Natasha will deliver a highly anticipated keynote: "Leading with purpose in complexity: From small acts to lasting impact". She will challenge attendees to reframe their public service as a conscious act of contribution, offering a framework for how small and deliberate leadership choices can drive cultural shifts. This is more than a standard conference; it is a dedicated space for leaders to step out of the noise, sharpen their judgement under pressure and return ready to lead with grounded courage. Secure your spot and explore the full capability-building program at womenunlimited.co #WomenUNLIMITED #CourageToLeadDifferently #PublicSectorLeadership #Defence #ExecutiveDevelopment #LeadershipCapability

What does it take to challenge entrenched systems and turn conviction into lasting influence? At the upcoming Women UNLIMITED Leadership Summit, we are proud to spotlight Natasha Stott Despoja AO, Royal Commissioner into Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence (SA) and Founding Chair of Our Watch. Natasha’s career is a masterclass in driving systemic reform and the courage to speak truth to power. From becoming the youngest woman ever to enter the Australian Federal Parliament to serving as Australia’s Ambassador for Women and Girls and advising on global UN committees, she has spent decades navigating complex political and international arenas. Her journey proves what it means to lead with authenticity and drive equitable outcomes when facing significant resistance. Across the public sector, leadership currently requires holding the line and delivering reform in an environment defined by sustained pressure, complexity, and constant change. Taking the stage in Adelaide, Natasha will deliver a powerful keynote on "Lead loudly, lead differently: Courage in the face of resistance". She will delve into what it takes to challenge entrenched systems, keep going when the pushback comes and navigate leadership when you are underestimated or dismissed. This is more than a standard conference; it is a dedicated space for leaders to step out of the noise, sharpen their judgement under pressure and return ready to lead with grounded courage. Secure your spot and explore the full capability-building program at womenunlimited.co. #WomenUNLIMITED #CourageToLeadDifferently #PublicSectorLeadership #ExecutiveDevelopment #LeadershipCapability

That’s a wrap on the inaugural Safety by Design Conference in Sydney! Across two collaborative days, regulators, industry pioneers and cross-industry leaders came together to focus on delivering tangible, systemic customer protections. Day two had a focus on powerful panel discussions, looking at how major brands are redesigning digital spaces to defend vulnerable users and incredible insights from speakers including: - Yumi Lee (Chief Executive Officer, OWN NSW)   - Zoe Jay Hawkins (Co-Founder & Deputy Executive Director, Tech Policy Design Institute) - Ben Vasiliou (Chief Executive Officer, The Man Cave)   - Tony Johannsen (Director, Clinical Practice, Evidence & Quality, Family Life) - Dave Kramer (Behavioural Scientist & Ambassador, Small Steps 4 Hannah) - Yasmin London (Chief Executive Officer, First Movers Co) A massive thank you to our partner Flequity Ventures and supporter, Thriving Communities Australia (TCA), our brilliant speakers and everyone who joined us to help make proactive customer safety the industry standard.