Practical, values-led training to help you lead, organise and win real change.
The Australian Union Leadership Academy aims to bring union leaders together through in-person and online spaces to build, learn and share.
It’s about practical learning grounded in the real challenges unions face right now, from organising and campaigning to leading teams and shaping strategy.
You’ll learn alongside others across the movement, building relationships that last well beyond the program.
Who it’s for
The Australian Union Leadership Academy is designed for union leaders, who want to strengthen their leadership and contribute to the future of the union movement.
Participants will join a network of leaders from across unions who are committed to learning from one another and building stronger unions.
The Leadership Academy Program
Five-day residential program
deep dive into leadership, strategy, organising and campaigning.
Three-day residential follow-up
Build on your learning. Report back and talk about the challenges.
Workshops and forums
Learn from experiences union leaders and experts through regular workshops and bi-annual leadership forum.
Ongoing connection
Join a network of leaders. Stay updated with regular newsletters.
Ready to step up?
Residentials
5-day residential
12-16 October 2026
3-day residential
15-17 March 2027
Both residentials will be held in Bundanoon NSW.
Approx 2-hrs drive from Sydney. Airport transfer will be provided for interstate participants.
Workshops
Workshop 1:
In Conversation with Sharan Burrow
Melbourne, venue TBC – 7:00pm, 29 July 2026
Workshop 2:
The Australian economy with Greg Combet
Sydney, venue TBC – 2:30pm, 10 November 2026
International study tour
6-12 April 2028
FAQ
Is travel covered?
Airport transfers are provided to residentials. Check with your union regarding other support.
I can’t attend the residential but would like to attend the workshops, is that okay?
Yes! you can choose to register for the workshops even if you are not enrolled in the residential.