Applications open for a unique leadership development opportunity

2024 Governor’s Leadership Foundation Program

Adapting to the challenges of a changing world requires strong and visionary leadership. Helping shape and create great civic and business leaders has been the focus of the Governor's Leadership Foundation (GLF) Program for over 20 years. This annual 10-month immersive leadership program, run by the Leaders Institute of SA, aims to develop leaders into adaptive, self-aware, and forwardthinking individuals who can drive positive change for their communities and South Australia.

The GLF Program, is designed to develop holistic leaders and delves deep into personal and professional growth. Our alumni speak highly of the program's impact – like Marwa Abouzeid, who serves as a Young Warrior Woman Mentor at The Warrior Woman Foundation, describes her experience in the 2021 GLF program this way: "The GLF year was a year where I learnt much about myself and how I lead. It gave me strategies to adapt my own leadership and to be more open as to how I read the actions of others. The focus on well-being and taking time to ground oneself as a regular practice has become part of my leadership practice … complex challenges facing their community, South Australia and the world.

I suspect that the GLF year will be the year that I look back on in 20 years’ time and note that it was a significant turning point in my life."

The program's significance is highlighted by the patronage of Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia and Patron of the Leaders Institute. Speaking about the program, she stated, "As our world faces challenges of pandemic recovery, geopolitical tensions, climate change, and other global issues, leadership has never been more important."

For those eager to embark on a transformative journey, the GLF program offers a unique opportunity to discover and harness their leadership potential. By fostering self-awareness and an understanding of the bigger picture, participants are equipped to address

The Leaders Institute invites leaders and those who recognize the leadership potential in others to attend an upcoming Information Session on Tuesday, 5th September. The session will provide information about the program's structure, benefits, the application process and our numerous scholarship opportunities. To secure a place in the session, interested candidates are encouraged to register.

The GLF program has a strong track record of producing diverse and influential leaders who positively impact society. As the world navigates uncharted territories, this program cultivates leaders capable of steering South Australia towards a brighter and more resilient future. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be part of the GLF Program 2024.