Leadership in Practice: Building Visibility, Voice and Support

Leadership can start long before we hold a formal title. It can be shown through speaking up, supporting others, creating opportunities, building visibility, and contributing to a positive research culture.

Join us for an engaging panel discussion with inspiring EMCR role models who are taking leadership in different ways, within and beyond their research careers. Partnered with WREN, this internal University of Sydney event, Leadership in Practice: Building Visibility, Voice and Support, will bring together EMCRs across schools, faculties and disciplines to explore leadership in a practical, supportive and inclusive way.

Event details

• Date: Thursday, 25 June 2026
• Time: 1 – 4 PM
• Location: Charles Perkins Centre Dry Teaching 1.1 (1500), The University of Sydney

Panel Discussion Topics:

• What is the definition of leadership?
• What is one practical first step EMCRs can take to begin leading?
• Why is leadership important for EMCR career development?
• How can we build visibility with confidence?

Featured Panellists:

• Dr Anastasia Globa
• Associate Professor Melkam Kebede
• Dr Pamela Soh
• Dr Jennifer Fifita

The event will be followed by a networking session, offering a valuable opportunity to connect with peers and colleagues. Light refreshments will be provided.  

This is an in-person event only. Please note that you may be photographed or filmed while attending this event. Please approach the organiser if you have questions or concerns or do not wish to be photographed

Acknowledgment

This event is supported by an EMCR Training Grant from the Researcher Development Unit in the Research Portfolio at the University of Sydney.