McKinnon Prize in Political Leadership @MckinnonPrize

For political commentator and Selection Panel member Peta Credlin AO, the McKinnon Prize Selection Panel's discussion on Australia's emerging leaders provided an opportunity to take a closer look at the community-led leadership being demonstrated across our nation.

In a recent discussion with The Mandarin, Dr Parkinson AC PSM, an integral member of the 2022 McKinnon Prize Selection Panel, shared his thoughts on Australia's history of outstanding leaders. Visit themandarin.com.au/214693-top-sea… to read more of Dr Parkinson's insights.

Last month, the 2022 McKinnon Political Leader of the Year, Minister @SenatorWong, sat down with Patricia Karvelas and Fran Kelly live at WOMAD to discuss her role as Foreign Minister. Together, they broke down how to successfully lead and how to bring people with you.

The 2022 McKinnon Emerging Political Leader of the Year, Independent MP for Indi Dr @helenhainesindi Haines, recently sat down with ABC News Breakfast to discuss the importance of connecting policy to the people it directly affects. abc.net.au/news/2023-03-1…

When asked why the 2022 Selection Panel recognised @helenhainesindi as the 2022 McKinnon Emerging Political Leader of the Year, @CaitFigueiredo said it was Dr Haines's continuous commitment to collaborate across party lines to achieve real change that has lasting impact.

For first time Selection Panellist and former member of Parliament, the Hon @KellyODwyer, the panel provides an opportunity for Australia's leading voices to come together to share their perspectives on how good leadership can inspire reform in our democracy.

When asked about why the Selection Panel recognised @SenatorWong as the 2022 McKinnon Political Leader of the Year, Professor Tom Calma AO said it was her immediate impact in foreign affairs.

For Dr Martin Parkinson AC, PSM, @helenhainesindi has reset how Federal politicians engage with their constituents. For the Selection Panel this was a key aspect of why Dr Haines was named the 2022 McKinnon Emerging Political Leader of the Year.

Minister for Foreign Affairs @SenatorWong has been awarded the 2022 McKinnon Political Leader of the Year. Minister Wong was recognised for building connection, respect and trust at a local, national, and global level. Visit mckinnonprize.org.au/2023/03/13/pen… for further insight.

Independent Federal Member for Indi @helenhainesindi has been awarded the 2022 McKinnon Emerging Political Leader of the Year. Haines has been recognised for her impact as a “community-driven” leader. For further insight into Haines' recognition visit mckinnonprize.org.au/2023/03/13/pen…

The 2022 McKinnon Prize Shortlisting Committee has recognised @FionaHPatten MLC with an honourable mention for her consistent work advocating for marginalised communities across Australia. Visit mckinnonprize.org.au/2023/02/27/fio… for more insight into Fiona's impact on Australian politics.

McKinnon Prize Selection Panellist Dr Alan Finkel AC knows the importance of democracy. He believes democracy is achieving a path forward that incorporates multiple points of view. Read more on Dr Finkel's thoughts here: themandarin.com.au/211754-alan-fi….

Fundamental to the McKinnon Prize are the diverse perspectives and expertise of the Shortlisting Committee and Selection Panel. Chaired by Catherine Livingstone AO, the Panel recently deliberated this year’s shortlisted nominees and their stories of impact and achievement.

This year's McKinnon Prize Shortlisting Committee and Selection Panel have diverse views on the importance of leadership. McKinnon Prize Selection Panelist @CaitFigueiredo discussed what makes a good leader with The Mandarin. Visit themandarin.com.au/210753-youth-a… for more insight

According to Chair of the 2022 McKinnon Prize Shortlisting Committee @danielleiwood, this year's shortlisted nominees make for a diverse and exciting list that speaks to contemporary leadership in Australia. Visit mckinnonprize.org.au/2023/02/21/mor… to read more on Danielle's views.

The shortlist for the 2022 McKinnon Emerging Political Leader of the Year reflects a big shift in politics in 2022 and includes leaders who were focused on the big issues, such as action on climate, integrity in governance, representation, and diversity. mckinnonprize.org.au/the-2022-prize/

The shortlist for the 2022 McKinnon Political Leader of the Year was announced today. These leaders have shown integrity, vision, capacity to collaborate, and above all changed the country for the better within their sphere. Visit mckinnonprize.org.au/the-2022-prize/ to learn more.

Inclusion, collaboration, justice and integrity in political leadership were at the forefront of discussions during the recent McKinnon Prize Shortlisting Committee meeting. The shortlist will be announced soon.

In the midst of intense societal change, leadership is something the community yearns for. @michellegrattan AO FASSA has shared her thoughts on the leaders who were central to the discussion around leadership in 2022. Visit mckinnonprize.org.au/2023/02/08/202… for more.

As the Shortlisting Committee and Selection Panel for the 2022 McKinnon Prize come together to decide the recipients of the 2022 prize, McKinnon Prize Patron and former prime minister The Hon @JuliaGillard AC has shared her thoughts on diversity in Australian leadership.