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Join Us on a Remarkable Journey.
Beediyar (‘brid-ee-yah'), the Noongar word for 'leader' is AIM WA’s landmark executive development program for First Nations managers and leaders. It aims to fast-track First Nations professionals into executive roles across all sectors, fostering a new generation of CEOs, directors and senior executives.
Rooted in the lived experiences and aspirations of First Nations professionals, Beediyar supports participants to grow in confidence, strengthen cultural connection and develop strategic leadership capability.
The program fosters cultural safety, peer connection and access to respected leaders, personalised coaching and global leadership insights, empowering each participant to carve a unique pathway into executive leadership.
Sponsorship
A not-for-profit leader in professional learning and workplace training, AIM WA is proud to work with aligned organisations who share the same vision for Western Australia - a state where First Nations leadership truly thrives. And that means creating opportunities for First Nations professionals to develop their executive skills, inner confidence and professional networks, in a culturally safe environment, empowering them to step into senior leadership, C-suite and director roles.
By 2030, the vision for Beediyar is an Alumni of 100+ First Nations executive leaders across all sectors taking their seat at decision-making tables. If your organisation shares this vision, we invite you to invest in places on the Beediyar program in 2027. Sponsor high-potential employees through Beediyar as an extension of your talent development pathways, support scholarship places for applicants through your community investment activities; or do both to help strengthen First Nations executive capability and impact across Western Australia.
For sponsorship enquiries, please contact Andrea Walters Beediyar@aimwa.com
Participants
By joining the Beediyar Program, you’ll begin a transformative professional learning journey that supports your growth toward senior executive leadership. Along the way, you’ll contribute to something far greater, strengthening the voice, presence and impact of First Nations leadership across Western Australia.
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.
Expressions of interest are now open for the 2027 Beediyar program. To learn more about eligibility and application requirements for future enrolments, download the 2026 Beediyar Prospectus.
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 AIM WA.
Beediyar Program Outcomes
- An accelerated professional journey towards senior executive, C-Suite and director roles.
- The confidence and executive capability to navigate new challenges, become more adept at working with people at all levels of an organisation and managing the complex dynamics at play.
- First-hand experience of how different organisations are responding to contemporary leadership challenges, locally and nationally, and an understanding of where Australia stands in the context of international markets.
- A significant contribution to the career acceleration of First Nations leaders in your organisation and in organisations from all sectors across Western Australia.
- Elevated First Nations voices around leadership tables, influencing decisions and supporting cultural safety and responsiveness. Alignment with your Reconciliation Action Plan objectives.
- The opportunity to enrich the program experience through hosting a site visit, offering executive shadowing opportunities and connecting with Beediyar participants and alumni at events.
- An empowered and substantial group of First Nations leaders ready to take on senior roles and board positions in any organisation.
- A visible and supportive alumni network dedicated to supporting other First Nations professionals.
- An enhanced celebration and acknowledgment of First Nations leadership and cultural heritage across Western Australia.
Why we need Beediyar
Although many organisations have made progress with First Nations recruitment and employment strategies, barriers still exist that prevent Indigenous employees from moving into senior management roles. In fact, "Indigenous employees are almost entirely absent from senior management and executive leadership levels." *
*Minderoo Foundation, Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre (BCEC) at Curtin University, and Murawin, 2022, Woort Koorliny - Australian Indigenous Employment Index 2022 National Report. Minderoo Foundation.
In ‘Paving the way for First Nations leaders’ sponsors and members of the Beediyar steering group outline the vital need for this groundbreaking program to increase Indigenous leadership representation around executive tables and in boardrooms in Western Australia.
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.
Hear From Our Beediyar Advisory Committee
Our 2026 Beediyar Program Sponsors
SPONSOR
Shape a future where First Nations leadership truly thrives.
By sponsoring the Beediyar program, you are contributing to the career acceleration of First Nations leaders across Western Australia. Your support helps to elevate Indigenous voices in workplaces and increases First Nations representation around the leadership table in organisations of all size and sector.
Please contact Andrea Walters on 08 9383 8016 to discuss sponsorship opportunities for the program.
As a Beediyar sponsor, you’ll further your own organisational journey towards cultural responsiveness and support your Reconciliation Action Plan objectives through:
- Valuable insights from the participants around creating culturally responsive workplaces.
- Networking opportunities with other sponsors to share your experiences.
- Updates on Beediyar impacts and outcomes to share with your stakeholders.
You’ll be invited to enrich the learning experience in this unique program and develop your connection with participants, through opportunities such as:
- Experiential learning activities at your organisation, for example hosting a site visit or enabling executive shadowing.
- Attending Beediyar program and alumni events by invitation.
- Celebrating with Beediyar participants at their exclusive program graduation event.
As a valued sponsor, your organisation will receive acknowledgement and brand visibility, including:
- In online Beediyar communications.
- At Beediyar events throughout the year.
- In the AIMWA Annual Report.
2027 Expressions of Interest
Enquire below to register your interest in the 2027 program or to learn more. Thank you to our 2026 sponsors and participants. We look forward to continuing this remarkable journey with you.