Leadership can be demanding. Navigating competing priorities, influencing across teams and solving complex workplace challenges (all without breaking a sweat!) even in systems that are not always built for equity.

So, how do we continue to grow as leaders while working in environments that can test our confidence and resilience? And how do we ensure that we’re supporting other women to lead and thrive?

On Thursday, 18 September 2025 step away from your desk and spend your lunch break in the company of purpose-driven women leaders at our upcoming Women in Leadership: Lunch & Learn.

This is a relaxed, inspiring mid-day event designed for connection, conversation, and fresh thinking. And the best part? Your ticket includes a second seat for a colleague or friend, so you can share the learning experience.

Over lunch you'll:

Hear from a panel of seasoned, accomplished and inspiring women leaders on:

The importance of leadership development for women: why investing in learning matters at every stage of your career.
Leading in male-dominated fields: strategies and stories from those who are working to overcome gender-based barriers.
The role of champions: how finding and being advocates can transform careers and culture.

You’ll also connect with like-minded leaders who are navigating complex challenges and working to influence change in their organisations and communities, while expanding your network and sparking ideas you can take straight back to work.

Attend the lunch and go into the draw for a chance to win a 1-hour one-on-one coaching session with LV's Program Faculty Lead.

Lunch & Learn Guests will go into the draw for a 1-hour one-on-one coaching session with Dr Katy McDevitt, LV's Program Faculty Lead.

**Conditions apply.

Date: Thursday 18 September 2025

Registration opens: 11.45am

Time: 12.00pm - 1.30pm

Location: Collaboration Workspace

Level 1, 555 Collins Street

(Cnr King & Colllins Street)

Melbourne VIC 3000

For any questions regarding this event, please reach out to programs@leadershipvictoria.org

Ticket sales close at 12.00am Tuesday 9 September 2025.

If you would like to support the work of Leadership Victoria, we have provided an opportunity to make a donation to the Leadership Victoria Foundation. Donations to LVF give opportunities for those from under-represented communities to take part in our programs and develop leadership skills that support all Victorians.

** CONDITIONS - 1 HOUR ONE-ON-ONE COACHING SESSION PRIZE ('The Prize'):

'The Prize' is only on offer to guests who attend the Thought Leadership Lunch & Learn event on Thursday 18 September 2025. The winner will be drawn at random at the event. 'The Prize' must be claimed and the session completed by Friday 19 December 2025. 'The Prize' will be hosted online and is non-transferable or redeemable for cash.