Thought Leadership Series

The Academy is hosting a series of webinars with thought leaders in education as they share the latest research, big ideas and innovation.

You can also visit our Resource Library to view past Thought Leadership Series recordings and find out more about the global names and concepts pushing boundaries in education.

Fostering Culturally Inclusive Schools

Date: Monday 18 August 2025

Time: 3:45 – 5:00pm

This webinar explores how school leaders can respond effectively to incidents of racial and cultural discrimination while fostering inclusive and equitable school environments. Drawing on research and practice, it will offer practical strategies to support staff and student wellbeing, strengthen culturally responsive leadership, and build school cultures where every learner and educator feels valued and safe.

Presenter

Audience

Roles

Designed for all Victorian school staff including:
•    education leaders
•    wellbeing staff
•    teachers who wish to develop their understanding in topics related to student engagement and whole school improvement.

School sectors 

This program is available to the following school sectors:
•    Victorian government
•    Catholic
•    independent. 
Some content may contain information aligned with Department of Education priorities or initiatives. 

Structure of program 

•    Online – on the days and times above mentioned.
•    Pre-reading and post-reading (when applicable)
•    Presentation with opportunities for the subject matter experts to interact with the audience through breakout rooms, padlets, etc.

Fees and financial support 

Department of Education fully subsidises Victorian government and non-government schools.