Scanlon Foundation Research Institute
The Scanlon Institute exists as a bridge between academic insight and public thought.
Enrollment is now open for the Culturally Conscious Leadership Program 2025
The Scanlon Foundation Research Institute is proud to partner with the Melbourne Business School to deliver the Culturally Conscious Leadership program 2025. A transformative two-day short course designed to help you lead with empathy, authenticity and cultural intelligence.
Led by Samuelson Appau, Jennifer Overbeck, Dr. Katrina Reynen-Woodward OAM, and invited speakers, the program combines research-backed insights with practical, real-world application.
Date - 27 - 28 August 2025
Venue - Carlton, Melbourne
Fees - AUD 3,500
Enrol now: https://ow.ly/6ZE050WtJxy
Why you should join:
- Develop practical skills for leading diverse teams
- Boost your cultural competence
- Connect with forward-thinking leaders
Tag a colleague or friend to let them know of this unique opportunity!
08/07/2025
The Scanlon Foundation Research Institute is committed to supporting the diversity of individuals and organisations working to strengthen social cohesion in Australia. To encourage broad participation and help reduce barriers to attendance, we are pleased to offer Conference Scholarships for the upcoming Australian Social Cohesion Summit in Melbourne.
Eligibility for Full Scholarships:
Part of a volunteer-run or community organisation
Recognised community leaders
Students
Members of a sports club
Applications are now open — https://ow.ly/8snL50Wm5nC
27/06/2025
Plenary Panel Spotlight
In a time of rapid change, what anchors us as Australians, and how do we protect and grow that?
Our opening Plenary Panel Discussion will bring together three influential voices to explore what social cohesion looks like in modern Australia:
Vivienne Nguyen – Chairperson, Victorian Multicultural Commission
Kosmos Samaras – Director, RedBridge Group
George Savvides AM – Former Chairman, Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) Australia
Together, they’ll unpack the values, institutions, and shared experiences that can unite us — and what it takes to sustain them.
Join thought leaders, community voices, and changemakers from across Australia for a full day of powerful panels, hands-on workshops, and participatory Fishbowl sessions — all centred on Youth, Women, and Neighbourhoods as the drivers of social cohesion.
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18/06/2025
We’re thrilled to announce that Jon Faine will open the 2025 Social Cohesion Summit!
With a career spanning decades in journalism, law, and public dialogue, Jon brings a wealth of experience to the conversation on courage, complexity, and common ground. As the former host of ABC Radio Melbourne’s morning program, Jon has shaped public debate for over twenty years and continues to challenge ideas through writing, teaching, and speaking.
Join us for a keynote that sets the tone for an engaging, solutions-focused summit.
Register now: https://ow.ly/Zmag50WbbIv
Early Bird registrations end on 30 June 2025
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