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Researchers from UNSW, University of Sydney, and Central Queensland University win 2022 Sam Richardson Award for outstanding public sector study
The Institute of Public Administration Australia’s (IPAA) Sam Richardson Award for the most influential paper published in the Australian Journal of Public Administration in 2022 goes to Dr Meraiah Foley, Professor Rae Cooper, Dr Linda Colley, and Associate Professor Sue Williamson.
Andrew Metcalfe AO FIPAA elected new IPAA National President
Former Secretary of the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and Director of Biosecurity Andrew Metcalfe AO FIPAA has taken up the role of Institute of Public Administration (IPAA) president after Professor Renée Leon PSM FIPAA stepped down.
Trust, integrity, and pride highlighted at IPAA National Summit
The Institute of Public Administration Australia’s National Summit brought together state and federal perspectives on crucial issues affecting today’s public service.
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Secretary Valedictory with Emma Hogan
Em Hogan has served as the Secretary for Digital, and the Department of Customer Service, for four years. In her IPAA Secretary Valedictory address, Emma will share her experiences and insights in areas of key interest to current and aspiring public sector leaders. Her address will range from reflecting on career milestones, to the challenges and opportunities facing the public sector.
21 November 2023
10:00AM – 11:00AM
Online

FUTURE LEADERS HACKATHON 2023 - SHAPE THE FUTURE OF INTEGRITY CULTURE IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE
This hackathon is your opportunity to raise critical issues and engage in meaningful conversations about the future of the public service.
28 November 2023
10:00AM – 1:00PM
Online

HARNESSING DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN STAKEHOLDER COMMUNICATION AND ENGAGEMENT
The first in our diversity and inclusion series, this event is designed for public servants dedicated in fostering diversity and inclusion in the sector. Immerse yourself in a dynamic workshop using design thinking, unpacking the complexities of engaging with a broad range of individuals. Also, learn more about the art of effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
30 November 2023
12:30PM – 3:30PM
Rowdy Inc., Canberra
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Catherine McGregor AM | Her thoughts on moral courage, leadership and diversity
YOUR IPAA Catherine McGregor AMOn Courage On Leadership On Diversity A video of Catherine's keynote address and the Q&A session that followed is available below.Registrations for the IPAA WA 2021 Women in Public Sector Leadership Conference in Perth on 19 November...
New research finds that only half of Australians feel attached to their local community
A new report produced by the University of Canberra’s News and Media Research Centre has found that only half of Australians feel attached to their local community.
‘Listen first, talk later’: respectful engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
Ray Griggs AO CSC and Letitia Hope from the National Indigenous Australians Agency, were joined by Justine O’Brien SCMP, IABC Canberra President, and contentgroup Founder and CEO, David Pembroke, for a recent Work With Purpose podcast on authentic and effective communications with Indigenous Australians.
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