The Governance Program is for autistic adults who are interested in taking a role on a board or other governance body, such as an advisory council, and want to develop their knowledge and skills in corporate governance.
This Program helps participants to:
- contribute to organisational decision-making
- develop their knowledge and skills in corporate governance
- network with autistic people interested in corporate governance and current board directors.
Participants in the Governance Program develop their skills through a series of Program activities including:
- completing online modules on topics including board director’s duties and responsibilities, risk and strategy, financial literacy and effective governance
- attending a 3.5-day/3-night workshop
- completing a practical component.
Response from graduates
“I am confident now that I am well equipped with well-rounded knowledge that the Program has given me. I've also learnt a lot about what board participation looks like and have been inspired by other participants and their experiences. I feel well placed to seek out a board position.” – 2019 Program graduate
“I have learnt so much from this program and I am so grateful I had the opportunity to take part. Before I started, I felt I knew so little, and being on a board for the first time was overwhelming. This program has helped me understand all I needed to know in a way that made sense for me and connected me with people and places to continue learning” – 2024 Program graduate
Applications are closed
Applications for the Governance Program are currently closed.
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