Aligned with UN Women’s International Women’s Day theme Balancing the Scales, the session explores how leaders drive meaningful outcomes while sustaining their energy and wellbeing. Through real stories and two panel discussions, you’ll gain practical insight into influencing change without burning out.

Learn how award winning leaders are creating lasting impact.

    This free online event brings together the 2026 Excellence in Women’s Leadership Award Winners to share how they are creating lasting change across workplaces and communities.

    Aligned with UN Women’s International Women’s Day theme Balancing the Scales, the session explores how leaders drive meaningful outcomes while sustaining their energy and wellbeing. Through real stories and two panel discussions, you’ll gain practical insight into influencing change without burning out.

      You’ll leave with:

      • Practical examples of leadership in complex environments
      • Real-world insights into influence, decision-making and change
      • Strategies to sustain motivation, wellbeing and resilience
      • Leadership lessons you can apply in your own context

      Designed for: Current and aspiring leaders, professionals leading teams or change, and those committed to advancing equity in their organisations.

      About Respect at Uni Week 2026

      Respect at Uni Week 2026 encourages us all to consider and learn about ways we can work together to prevent violence and harassment in our communities and create safe and respectful spaces wherever we are. 

      Throughout the week, you are invited to attend a diverse array of events and workshops aimed to empower, educate and create opportunities for you to get more involved in our collective work to prevent violence and advocate for a safer and more respectful society. Addressing violence is only possible if we all come together, learn from each other and rethink the ways we engage in study, work and relationships.
       
      This year UQ Respect will be hosting a Community Day at each campus: 
      • Dutton Park, Level 4 Inner sPACE  (Thursday 19 March, 11:30am-1:30pm)
      • Gatton Central Walkway (Tuesday 24 March, 11:30am-1:30pm)
      • St Lucia, Campbell Place (Thursday 26 March, 11am-2pm)
      • Herston, Outside Cafe Dose (Tuesday 31 March, 11:30am-1:30pm)

      Come along to your campus Community Day and meet the UQ Respect Team, Respect Network Ambassadors and our amazing community services and partners! Enjoy a day of activities, stalls, food, and powerful conversations!