Apply now for life-changing TRAIL program
02 September 2022
The TRAIL program includes a four-day outdoor leadership experience in the mountains outside Canberra.
Key points:
- Goat industry stakeholders aged 25–39 years are encouraged to apply for the TRAIL Emerging Leaders Program supported by MLA and GICA.
- Two scholarships for the March 2023 TRAIL program valued at $10,450 per position are currently open.
- The Australian Rural Leadership Foundation Program takes emerging leaders on a seven-day challenge-based program to expand their leadership skills.
Goat industry stakeholders have the opportunity to undertake a life-changing leadership program, sponsored by MLA and the Goat Industry Council of Australia (GICA).
Applications are now open for the TRAIL Emerging Leaders Program to run in Canberra from 9–15 March 2023.
MLA and GICA are sponsoring two successful applicants to attend the TRAIL Leadership Program, with each scholarship valued at $10,450 per position.
This Australian Rural Leadership Foundation (ARLF) Program, now in its 11th year, takes emerging leaders aged 25–39 years from different agricultural sectors, locations and cultural backgrounds on a seven-day challenge-based program to expand their leadership skills.
It includes a four-day outdoor leadership experience in the mountains outside Canberra, numerous workshops, panel sessions, and seminars to build and develop leadership skills.
Participants will:
- explore adaptive strategies to address complex issues and situations
- increase awareness of the six ARLF leadership practices
- develop an understanding of how behaviour impacts on relationships with others
- build peer networks for future collaboration and support.
The TRAIL Program has developed over 150 emerging leaders over 10 years and all graduates join a network of over 2,000 ARLF alumni across the country.
Key dates and locations
Applications close: 24 September 2022
TRAIL Program Dates: 9–15 March 2023
Location: Canberra ACT and surrounding region
Selection criteria
Applicants must demonstrate they are an emerging rural leader and demonstrate their desire to increase their leadership knowledge.
Applicants must also indicate how they intend to use their increased leadership knowledge for the betterment of their industry and/or employer.
How to apply
Applications close 5pm, 24 September 2022 and must be sent via email to MLA Project Manager - Sheep and Goat Productivity, Dr Melanie Smith: msmith@mla.com.au
Applicants will be required to submit the following:
- A copy of your resume (PDF accepted only). Remember to include any awards, workshops or programs you have participated in (participating in these is not a requirement, however professional development experiences will be looked upon favourably).
- Answer two questions addressing why you wish to participate in the TRAIL Program and how the opportunity to do so will help you develop as an emerging leader in your sector.
- Upload a headshot of yourself for promotional purposes if you are awarded a scholarship.
