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Torres Strait Women’s Leadership Program Wrap

14 August 2019

Session One : 27 – 31 July 2019

Nine women leaders of the Torres Strait completed session one of the Torres Strait Women’s Leadership Program in July. The Program, now in its 6th year is a partnership with the Torres Strait Regional Authority to increase the role of women in decision making for the region. ARLF Associate and Fellow Michelle Deshong worked alongside Manager, Leadership Programs, Andrea Hogg to deliver an exceptional start to this three session program.

The nine participants included:

  • Dawn Baira
  • Susan Baira
  • Gebee Bon
  • Maryanne Cook
  • Roxanne Dorante
  • Loretta Glanville
  • Geiza Stow
  • Lucy Wailu
  • Sarah Whap

These leaders will meet again in Canberra in September, before graduating on Thursday Island, Torres Strait in October.