Leadership Why looking backwards could pave the path for the future Dr Lois Peeler AM told Future Women's Leadership Summit that honouring and acknowledging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's history is critical to advancing contemporary culture. By Kate Kachor Published 21 November, 2024 Leadership Why looking backwards could pave the path for the future Dr Lois Peeler AM told Future Women's Leadership Summit that honouring and acknowledging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's history is critical to advancing contemporary culture. By Kate Kachor Published 21 November, 2024 Previous article How taking smart risks and stretching yourself can build your career Next article Failing forward: How our biggest mistakes often pave a path to greater opportunity With a knowing nod Dr Lois Peeler AM took a step backwards and dropped her gaze. It was enough to silence the room.Seconds earlier the esteemed educator and political activist opened her keynote speech at the 2023 Future Women Leadership Summit with a personal Acknowledgement of Country. Tickets are available for the FW Leadership Summit 2025. It truly is Australia’s premier International Women’s Day event. Head here to secure your spot – become an FW member to receive a 20% discount on tickets. Events FW Summit More From Future Women Leadership The most important question By Odessa Blain Leadership “That is not luck. That is culture.” By Melanie Dimmitt Leadership “This is something to celebrate.” By Melanie Dimmitt Leaders 5 things in this year’s Budget for women By Iona Bulford Leadership “If I was a bloke, I would have said, ‘Yes, I nailed that’.” By Melanie Dimmitt Leadership “I didn’t have time to be sick – and that’s a problem” By Melanie Dimmitt Leadership It’s time to put your AI oxygen mask on By Melanie Dimmitt Leadership The calendar invite that’s killing your promotion By Patti Andrews Your inbox just got smarter If you’re not a member, sign up to our newsletter to get the best of Future Women in your inbox.