Respected journalist and former host of Q&A Tony Jones, alongside a panel of public sector luminaries, invites you to a bold and thought-provoking discussion about ethics and integrity in the public sector, explored through the fictitious scenario of Australia’s future climate refugee placement scheme.

Join us to hear from notable leaders representing politics, media, regional and rural affairs, academia, and more, including:

• Andrew Metcalfe AO, IPAA National President
• Jay Weatherill AO, former Premier of South Australia and Executive Director, Susan McKinnon Foundation
• Jennifer Westacott AO, Chancellor, Western Sydney University and special adviser to KPMG
• John Bradley PSM, Secretary, Victoria Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
• Belinda Drew, Director-General, Queensland Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety
• Melissa Coade, News Editor, The Mandarin
• Natalie Egleton, CEO, Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal
• Peter Woolcott AO, former Australian Public Service Commissioner
• Dr Rochelle Bailey, Senior Lecturer, Department of Pacific Affairs, Australian National University

The scenario

It’s 2035 and global sea levels are on the rise. As people in the Pacific islands are looking for safer shores, Australia agrees to take them in – but it soon becomes apparent that the scheme has severe ethical gaps and even legal challenges. As political discourse about these refugees grows increasingly heated, public sector organisations are grappling with their own internal cultural and ethical challenges. Could a national, public sector-wide ethical framework have prevented this?

Following the discussion, enjoy networking and refreshments with the panellists and your colleagues across the public sector at the National Gallery of Australia. For all those outside the ACT, a livestream will be available.

Why attend?

• Experience an exciting discussion format led by one of Australia’s leading journalists
• Learn about ethical failures and how to address them based on a fictitious scenario
• Understand collaboration breakdowns between different organisations and how to overcome them
• Explore ethical leadership practices to foster an integrity culture in your organisation
• Network with fellow public sector leaders
• CPA Australia members are eligible for 2 CPD hours that count toward the ethics requirement.

Who is this for?

• Public sector staff across all levels, including those who give direct advice to ministers
• Team leaders who want to create a frank and fearless culture
• Public sector media
• Public sector academia focusing on ethics in public administration
• Public sector staff interested in climate change, ethical leadership, and migration
• CPA Australia members seeking CPD hours to fulfill the ethics requirement.

If you work for the federal or ACT public service, or in the broader public-for-purpose sector, you’re most likely already a member of IPAA ACT. Check our membership list if you’re not sure.

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