Welcome to Stories of Social Impact! Over 100 for-purpose CEOs from across Australia have now completed the transformative SILA program, each experiencing significant personal and professional growth. On this page, we celebrate their inspiring journeys – stories of impact, change, and exceptional leadership. Discover how these leaders have harnessed the tools, insights, and networks gained through SILA to drive meaningful change in their communities and organisations.
“We always do the hard things,” says SILA alumni and CEO of Carpentaria, Annie Rily, whose work spans some of the most remote communities across the Northern Territory. “We go where no one else does.” Read more.
“Leadership is not a man on a horse” explains Mindy Sotiri, Executive Director at Justice Reform Initative and SILA cohort 5 alumni. Read her powerful opinion piece on rethinking what it takes to lead a non-profit organisation.
Negaya Chorley joined SILA to sharpen her leadership and rethink how her organisation tackles global poverty. She emerged with fresh strategies, a stronger network, and renewed clarity. Read more >
James Hattam, CEO of Tasmanian Land Conservancy, spent his SILA sabbatical in South America exploring nature reserves and their conservation approaches. Watch now >
After nearly two decades at Youth Involvement Council, Vicki-Tree Stephens used the SILA program to ensure YIC’s future remains strong.
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In the 18 months since CEO Nick Chapman undertook the fully-funded SILA program, revenues into his organisation rose by 40 per cent.
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“The collective wisdom brought together on a leadership challenge is gold,” explains SILA alumni and Melbourne CEO, Jane Hunt. Watch video >
In this video, three for-purpose CEOs reflect on the transformative insights they gained from the SILA program. Play video >