Systems Thinking & Climate Advoacy
Training Program
Designed for emerging changemakers, this program builds your capacity to lead cross-cultural conversations and turn climate knowledge into meaningful action.
Program Overview
The Shared Leadership Program is a free course with four modules delivered online. Designed for those ready to deep dive into the world of change-making, the program offers eight hours of interactive learning.
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Guided by Dr. Yolanda Waters — a marine scientist and climate communications researcher dedicated to empowering diverse communities to take meaningful climate action — participants will build confidence in storytelling, public speaking, and cross-cultural leadership while deepening their understanding of climate solutions and advocacy.
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As spaces are limited, completing an Expression of Interest does not guarantee a place. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview as part of the selection process, and successful participants will be asked to confirm their place before joining.
What you'll learn
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
Inspire Others – Build confidence as a multicultural leader by crafting your storytelling and practising public speaking to normalise climate conversations.
Lead in Community – Strengthen cross-cultural leadership skills and gain confidence to engage your community in climate action.
Navigate Climate Solutions – Deepen your knowledge of climate change, energy transitions, and their relevance for multicultural communities, while learning to communicate science with clarity.
Advocate With Impact – Develop skills to engage with government, community, and corporate sectors, and communicate both climate and multicultural stories to wider audiences.
Why join Shared Futures?
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Practical Skills for Real Change – Learn storytelling, public speaking, and cross-cultural leadership skills you can apply straight away in your community or organisation.
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Confidence to Lead – Build the courage and clarity to inspire others, navigate climate conversations, and step into your role as a changemaker.
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Expert Guidance – Be mentored by Dr. Yolanda Waters, a marine scientist and climate communications researcher with global leadership experience.
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Supportive Community – Join a network of like-minded emerging leaders who share your passion for creating a safer, more inclusive future.
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Free and Accessible – A fully funded program available online, designed to meet you where you are, at no cost to participants.
Who It’s For
We welcome people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities, including:
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community leaders who want to engage and inspire others in climate action.
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students and young professionals exploring leadership and advocacy pathways.
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leaders seeking tools to connect their lived experience with climate solutions.
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organisational members and volunteers who want to strengthen communication and collaboration.
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anyone ready to step into leadership and contribute to a safer, more inclusive future.
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graduates from Shared Futures program
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professionals working in the climate space
Program Format
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4 sessions - 2 hours each session
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4 modules ​​
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Conducted online
Curriculum Outline
Module | Description |
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Module 1: Inspiring Others | Increase your confidence as a multicultural leader through crafting your storytelling and practise public speaking to normalise climate conversations. |
Module 2: Community Leadership | Learn and practise cross-cultural leadership skill and build confidence to engage your community to join the climate cause. |
Module 3: A Safe Future For All | Accelerate depth of knowledge of climate change, solutions and the relevance of energy transitions for multicultural communities. Build confidence in navigating climate science communications within multicultural communities. |
Module 4: Leadership and Australian Democracy | Further develop skills in government, community and corporate advocacy. Learn and practise public speaking skills in order to communicate both climate and multicultural stories to the wider community. |
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Register now and be part of a growing community of leaders creating climate-safe futures.