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 How to build, nurture and keep highly effective teams By Claudia Barriga-Larriviere Leadership The four pillars of productive collaboration By Michelle Leonard Leadership Listen and lead: Unlock the power of introversion By Jane Phipps Leadership Four ways to engage ethically with AI By Aubrey Blanche Leadership They “hunt, stalk and draw in” vulnerable girls By Odessa Blain Leadership How to outsmart your brain By Bethan Winn Leadership Conscious unbossing: How to lead beyond the ladder By Cherie Mylordis Leaders How this CEO stamps out passive-aggressive behaviours By FW 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.