Impact
Empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with leadership confidence and capability.
Course Overview
Developing the confidence, capabilities and connections to successfully transition and thrive in leadership roles is critical to achieving tangible, long-term improvements in the social and economic outcomes experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their families and communities. Impact is targeted at Indigenous peoples who are team and people leaders looking to strengthen their impact on team effectiveness. The program uses a strengths-based approach to leading and guiding teams.
Often motivated more by aspiration than ambition, many Indigenous peoples possess hallmarks of good leadership – purpose, resilience and humility – yet they likely face unique challenges that they must anticipate, manage and ultimately leverage to realise their leadership purpose.
The program is delivered online via live video stream and is a uniquely engaging experience. Delivered over 10 weeks, the program is centred around 5 x 2.5 hour workshops, comprehensive e-learning resources and small group coaching circles.
This is an interactive and participatory program and an opportunity to develop long-lasting connections and powerful professional networks.
Program features
Our FPL micro-credentials offer a unique value that differentiates us from other programs
Culturally Relevant Curriculum: Developed in partnership with First Nations' lived experience, our program reflects the unique values and perspectives of Indigenous leadership, emphasising consensus-building, connection to Culture and Country, and long-term vision. This culturally grounded approach sets our program apart.
Skill Development & Micro-credentials: Participants gain practical skills in strategic planning, communication, and advocacy, all while earning micro-credentials that validate their expertise to employers.
Ongoing Learning Opportunities: These micro-credentials can be applied towards further education and career development within the FPL program, providing a clear pathway for continued growth.
Supportive Learning Environment: We foster a strong community where participants connect with other First Nations leaders and mentors, building a network for ongoing support and collaboration.
2026 program dates
What You Can Expect
5 x Expert-led Workshops
Delivered over 10 weeks
Small group coaching circles
With a senior executive coach
Access to Online Learning Materials
Video, texts and interactive content
First Peoples Leading — IMPACT is a program tailored for First Nations people who are experienced team and people leaders.
Learning Outcomes
Identify and analyse your values, purpose, aspiration and ambition, and understand how these contribute to being an impactful leader
Critically appraise and reflect on your own Emotional Intelligence & unique operating style and that of your team and evaluate how this contributes to team dynamics
Comprehend and apply strategies to maintain your resilience and the resilience of your team
Comprehend and model dignity, trust and authenticity as a leader in the workplace and foster these skills in your team
Communicate for engagement, influence and impact
Understand your Gallup Strengths assessment and identify how to use them to lead high team performance
Identify the phases and effects of change on individuals and teams and implement strategies to mitigate the impact on performance and outcomes
Workshop One
Purpose
Effective leadership
Purpose, Aspiration & Ambition
Emotional Intelligence
I-We-You Leadership Framework
Workshop Two
Standing Where You Are
Self-awareness
Imposter Syndrome
Resilience
Dignity – Building trust
Authentic Leadership
Workshop Three
Influence and Impact
Operating Styles
Self and team awareness
Strengths
Workshop Four
Leading and Managing Change
Communication
Transformational Change
Workplace case study
Workshop Five
Looking Ahead
Team Effectiveness
In-team Behaviours
Career Mapping
Who This Program Is For
First Peoples Leading — Impact is a program tailored for First Nations people who are experienced team and people leaders.
People who are looking to have a more significant impact and enhance their leadership skills and tools
Team/people leaders looking to improve their leadership capacity to manage more effective team performance
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people/team leaders wanting a culturally unique and rich workshop environment for leadership challenges and growth
What Our Participants Say
"I was incredibly lucky to be selected by the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment to take part in the Thirriwirri First Peoples Leading program. Over the past three months I had the privilege to share and learn from other First Nations leaders from both private and government sectors. We laughed, we cried, and we learnt an almighty lot about how to lead with purpose, resilience and authenticity. It was an experience that I will take with me through the rest of my career.”
Sienna Coleman
Some organisations we work with
Build leadership across your organisation
When multiple team members progress through FPL programs together, you create a powerful multiplier effect.
Your team develops a shared leadership language, common frameworks for communication and collaboration, and a unified understanding of purpose and values.
This collective foundation strengthens team performance, improves workplace culture, and accelerates the impact of your leaders at every level.
Whether you're looking to upskill emerging leaders or develop your management team, we work with you to find a solution that meets for your organisation's needs and goals.