Beediyar

AIMWA's landmark executive education program for First Nations leaders.

2027 Beediyar applications are now open.

Join us on a remarkable journey

Beediyar ('brid-ee-yah'), the Noongar word for 'leader', is AIMWA's landmark executive development program. It fast-tracks First Nations professionals into executive roles across all sectors, fostering a new generation of CEOs, directors and senior executives.

Download the program prospectus

Be a part of Beediyar

Explore Beediyar as a participant or as a sponsor.

Beediyar for participants

If you are an aspiring or established First Nations leader ready to create meaningful change in your workplace or community, Beediyar is your next step toward senior executive leadership.

Beediyar for sponsors

Shape a future where First Nations leadership truly thrives. By sponsoring the Beediyar program, you are contributing the career acceleration of First Nations leaders across Western Australia.

Comprehensive and culturally responsive

This unparalleled program blends experiential learning and networking opportunities for First Nations employees aspiring towards senior executive roles.

Participants embark on a year-long journey with in-depth plenary sessions, personalised coaching and practical insights through site visits and a study tour.

They also gain access to world-class forums learning alongside professors from Harvard Business School and co-design a tailor-made development plan, while extending their networks through the Beediyar Alumni Network and Professional Membership with AIMWA.

Program delivery and guidance

The Beediyar program engages with a steering group of First Nations leaders and Elders to provide guidance on program design, delivery, cultural considerations and inclusivity, while supporting participants throughout the program.

A representative from each participant's organisation is invited to be part of an Advisory Group to have oversight of the program and support participants to apply learning back in their workplaces.

What Beediyar delivers

Accelerated leadership pathway

A clear route toward senior executive, C-Suite and director roles across all sectors.

Strategic Capability

The confidence and skills to navigate complex organisational dynamics at every level.

Cultural Connection

Strengthened cultural identity and the ability to lead as a First Nations professional.

Global Perspective

First-hand insight through a study tour and forums with Harvard Business School professors.

A powerful network

Lifelong connections through the Beediyar Alumni Network and AIM WA Professional Membership.

A tailored development plan

A co-designed plan with personalised coaching mapped to your leadership goals.

Building the next generation of
First Nations leaders

First Nations employees remain "almost entirely absent from senior management and executive leadership levels. Beediyar exists to change that by giving First Nations professionals a direct path to senior executive and board roles, through coaching, connection and opportunity.

THE 2026 BEEDIYAR PROGRAM IS PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY THESE SPONSORS

Thrive Sponsor