Women's Leadership Program

 

A 3-day immersive residential program for mid-senior women leaders. Strengthen leadership capability, learn to navigate complex challenges with confidence, and build a new leadership peer group.

Next series: Nov 19, 20, 21

Location: Yarra Valley

Women's Leadership Program Overview

This immersive residential experience offers a chance to pause, learn, reflect, and connect with a diverse network of women leaders in a supportive and nurturing environment.

The Women’s Leadership Program is a 3-day residential retreat for mid-to-senior women leaders looking to lead with purpose, navigate complexity, and drive meaningful change. Through practical strategies and peer learning, participants will build confidence and presence, learn to influence effectively, and explore gender-based workplace challenges.

Inclusions

Escape to a stunning retreat in regional Victoria, set in the picturesque Yarra Valley or Hepburn Springs area. Enjoy two nights in a private suite with all meals included. 

Join a diverse cohort of leaders from business, government and community sectors, learn from new and different perspectives, and extend your peer network.

  • Location: Yarra Valley Lodge
  • Program length: 3 consecutive days, 2 nights
  • Price: From $5,220 + GST and booking / credit card fees

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The Outcomes:

Build Confidence and Strengthen Leadership Skills

The Women’s Leadership Program combines cutting-edge leadership development with interactive sessions led by seasoned leaders, and facilitated peer learning and deep connection-building. Participants gain practical insight into how leadership - both individual and collective -can be mobilised to strengthen organisations and communities.

Who is the Women's Leadership Program for?

  • Experienced mid-senior female and non-binary leaders
  • Leaders facing complex and significant challenges, including gender-based challenges
  • Leaders working in male-dominated environments
  • Leaders seeking to develop a diverse and supportive peer group of women leaders
  • Leaders needing time out to recalibrate, rejuvenate and reflect
  • Leaders wanting to uplift their leadership capability and build new connections

Looking for a course catering to emerging leaders or early management roles? Visit Igniting Leadership Program or contact us for more information at info@leadershipvictoria.org.

“Completing the Women’s Leadership Program has been a highlight of my career. It has allowed me to explore what leadership means to me, provided me with access to a network of amazing leaders across industries, and the opportunity to hear from a variety of keynote speakers who all role-model adaptive leadership in making an impact within their organisations and communities.”

Emma Wu, Head of Customer Experience, Property Exchange Australia (PEXA)

Women's Leadership Program Facilitator

Dr Katy McDevitt


Dr Katy McDevitt (pronouns: she/her) is the Faculty Lead for Leadership Victoria’s flagship Williamson Community Leadership Program. With an extensive global background in higher education, professional and adult learning, Katy is an accomplished leadership educator, coach and facilitator, who draws on 20+ years of experience developing leaders, teams, partnerships and portfolios in educational, commercial and nonprofit organisations.

A longtime practitioner of adaptive leadership, Katy is a skilled creator and facilitator of leadership experiences that integrate reflective practice, experiential learning and groupwork. Katy is highly regarded for her astute, relational approach, fluidly adapting to the needs of individuals and groups to maximise learning for all.

Upcoming Event

Women in Leadership: Lunch & Learn

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.

Why Adaptive Leadership?

Access the Leadership Victoria Alumni Network

After completing the Women's Leadership Program, you’ll join a diverse Alumni network of 7000+ leaders across Victoria, built over 35 years of Leadership Victoria programs. You’ll gain access to exclusive Alumni events, and have opportunities to continue your leadership learning and connect with other like-minded leaders. 

Learn more about Leadership Victoria Alumni.

2025 Women's Leadership Program Dates and Pricing

Early bird & not-for-profit price: $5,220 + GST

Standard price: $5,925 + GST

Series 

Program Dates

Early Bird Deadline

Not-for-profit & Standard Deadline

Register in Series 2

Nov 19, 20 & 21 2025

8 Oct, 2025

5 Nov, 2025

2026 Women's Leadership Program Dates and Pricing

Early bird & not-for-profit price: $5,325 + GST

Standard price: $5,985 + GST

Series 

Program Dates

Early bird deadline

Not-for-profit & standard deadline

Register in Series 1

6, 7 & 8 May 2026

11 Mar, 2026

22 Apr, 2026

Register in Series 2

18, 19 & 20 Nov 2026

23 Sep, 2026

4 Nov, 2026

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Booking and credit card fees applicable upon purchasing. NFP rate applies to individuals employed in an organisation registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission.

Program details are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change without notice. Please view our terms and conditions which includes information about our cancellation policy. Please ensure you have confirmed funding before registering.