The Focus program seeks to provide young women from high schools with the essential leadership skills they need to engage in a successful, meaningful career.
In virtually all sectors of the paid workforce in Australia, women are underrepresented in senior roles and leadership positions and are often paid less than their male counterparts. This gender disparity and inequality reinforces outdated stereotypes about the role of women in the workplace and wider society. To overcome this, we need to actively encourage more young women to take up the challenges of leadership and ensure they have access to the resources, opportunities and support they need to realise their potential.
Focus involves Year 11 female students working in small groups with female executives who act as role models and mentors. It aims to support young women to develop their leadership skills and aspire to senior roles in business and the community – to improve achievement and foster a sense of self-belief that will encourage students to aim high and have confidence in their leadership abilities.
Sessions include an introduction to leadership styles, realising strengths and creating a
leadership picture.
