The Emerging Pacific Leaders Dialogue (EPLD) 2014 is an event of national and regional significance scheduled to take place in October 2014. Its aim is to strengthen the capacity of the Pacific regions future leaders to manage challenges collaboratively, positively and creatively. EPLD 2014 will be the third Pacific leadership development initiative staged for mid-career high calibre men and women under the auspices of Commonwealth Study Conferences (Australia) Inc in partnership with Commonwealth Study Conferences (New Zealand). The planning and delivery of the program is the responsibility of the Pacific Leadership Foundation Board established by CSC (Australia) in 2008 with wide senior-level representation from the Pacific region. EPLDs have to date been successfully staged for a total of 245 participants in 2006 and 2010. Leaders in the Pacific region need to have clear vision and strong skills to address the complex challenges of globalization, interdependence and the environment as well as being mindful of the importance of preserving the values that bind people and communities. EPLD 2014 is committed to inspire and uplift outstanding individuals with proven leadership experience or high leadership potential so that they may contribute to: •leadership and governance in the Pacific region, •the long term development and stability of the region, •promotion of regional understanding and co-operation through an improved network of key relationships across sectors and nations/territories.
Posted on: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 08:20:23 +0000