Whilst each session has a clear objective, the ELP participants will contribute to the planning, development and implementation of the sessions which is designed to contribute to the learning outcome. While the format and content of every session is unique, most sessions will include expert guest speakers and a practical component targeting the completion of a group project that will be managed by program participants.

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Further information will be provided to successful participants at the time of offer.

Introductory Session	A session for participants to meet and gain an understanding of the program followed by attending past ELP participant’s graduation and project presentation.	1:30pm-4:30pm	8 February
Day 1 & 2 Residential	A two-day Introductory Forum to formally commence the program which focuses on self-awareness and development of leadership strategies.	10am-3pm	22 & 23 February
	INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT	Online	TBC
Local Government: The political context	Develop an understanding of the nature of Local Government, its relationship at State and Federal levels, and its operation in the political context.	In-person 10am-4pm	22 March Parliament House
	INTRODUCTION TO MENTORING	ONLINE 1.5 hrs	April TBC
	PROJECT FOCUS	Online 1.5 hrs	April TBC
Leading Self - Emotional Intelligence	Explore how emotional intelligence works and why it can be crucial to leadership and career.	In-person 10am-4pm	17 May
	PROJECT FOCUS	ONLINE 1.5 hrs	May TBC
Leading Self - My moral compass Ethical Leadership and Decision Making	Explore key philosophical frameworks and practical skill development around ethical workplace leadership.	In-person 10am-4pm	21 June
	PROJECT FOCUS	Online 1.5 hrs	June TBC
Leading Others - Coaching & leading others	Session explores coaching others, Use coaching to unlock your team's potential and maximise their performance and growth.	In-person 10am-4pm	19 July
	PROJECT FOCUS	ONLINE	July TBC
Leading an Organisation - Leadership with exposure to Local Government: Rural Perspective	To examine the key issues/local solutions for Local Government in rural Victoria.	In-person 10am-4pm	16 August
	LEADERSHIP CONVERSATIONS	Online	August TBC
Leading an Organisation - Leadership with exposure to Local Government: Metropolitan Perspective	To examine the key issues/local solutions for metropolitan Local Government.	In-person 10am-4pm	13 September
ELP Choice	Session designed by group.		11 October
Leading & learning into the future - What does  my future leadership look like? How do I emerge?	To examine the skills and knowledge required for maintaining a fresh approach to leadership in Local Government with a focus on identifying and developing your future leadership style in order to remain relevant and authentic.	In-person 10am-4pm	22 November
	PROJECT PRESENTATION & CLOSING FORUM		February 2025