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This Anzac Day marks the 109th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings. We pause to remember and pay tribute to the service and sacrifices made by Australians from the first landing in Gallipoli, to the men and women currently serving. We encourage everyone to commemorate Anzac Day however they can, from wherever they are, in acknowledgement of the generations of service in our Australian Defence Force. #AnzacDay2024 #AnzacDay #LestWeForget

To commemorate Anzac Day, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in Papua New Guinea to walk the Kokoda Track with PNG Prime Minister James Marape. Each year many Australians take on the challenge of walking the Kokoda Track, alongside Papua New Guineans, to not only test their limits, but to reflect on the events that took place. The trek retraces the footsteps of Australian soldiers and those who walked alongside them during the Kokoda campaign from July to November 1942. The Prime Minister will spend two days walking the Kokoda Track before standing shoulder to shoulder with Australians and Papua New Guineans at the annual Anzac Day Dawn Service at the Isurava memorial site.

The Status of Women Report Card draws on the rich data available to provide a picture of what life looks like for women in Australia in 2024. It is released every International Women’s Day to shine a light on where progress is slow and more effort is needed.

“… All of those things are critically important for us to do now to stave off catastrophe in the future.” With vibrant engagement and discussion, PM&C staff recently heard from Sophie Howe, former Welsh Commissioner for Future Generations (2016–23). In the seminar hosted by PM&C's Deputy Secretary Liz Hefren-Webb, Ms Howe shared key lessons and achievements from her time as Commissioner and shared her thoughts on how the experiences of Wales may inform policy development in Australia. Ms Howe was the first Future Generations Commissioner for Wales and is currently an adviser on wellbeing and intergenerational equity to a number of national and international organisations. Established as part of the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015, the Commissioner's role is to help public bodies and Welsh policy makers to uphold the objectives of the Act by actively considering the long-term impact policy decisions have on current and future generations.

On Wednesday evening, Padma Raman PSM, Executive Director of our Office for Women, gave a keynote address at the 2024 Sir Roland Wilson Foundation Alumni networking event. Padma spoke about the important links between gender equality in public policy development and academia noting: ‘I can’t stress how valuable these [scholarship] opportunities are. To have the time and space to look at a problem from all sides. To get the chance to thoroughly consider what works. And then to apply what you learn.’ The Sir Roland Wilson foundation at The Australian National University provides scholarships that invest in research and development opportunities for public servants. They bring back to their agencies leadership, new connections with academia and expertise in research and evidence gathering. To view a summary of Padma's speech, visit: http://spr.ly/6045wUtO9 Padma Raman PSM is pictured below (front row, 4th from the left) with Sir Roland Wilson and Pat Turner alumni and supporters. Image with thanks to Adam McGrath/HCreations.

Today PM&C Secretary Professor Glyn Davis AC and his counterpart Chief Secretary Mr Ivan Pomaleu OBE of Papua New Guinea officially renewed the agreement between their departments to work together to improve policy making processes. The continued commitment expands cooperation between PM&C and PNG's Department of Prime Minister and National Executive Council (PM&NEC) to strengthen the quality of advice, government processes, systems and leadership capabilities. As close neighbours, Australian and PNG are working together to deliver our Comprehensive Strategic and Economic Partnership.

📣 Attention graduates — applications closing soon! Want to work on Australia’s key priorities? You'll have the chance to explore your interests and make a meaningful impact, steering your career direction by choosing 3 or 4 of your own rotations over PM&C’s 12-month graduate program. PM&C employs graduates from a variety of academic disciplines with diverse experiences and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; LGBTIQA+ people; Culturally and Linguistically Diverse people; and people with lived experience of disability. Hurry, as applications close on 15 April 2024 — apply now at https://lnkd.in/g3vstF93 #APSGrads #WhereCuriousityMeetsPurpose

Nominations for the 2024 Prime Minister’s Veteran National Employment Awards are now open! The Awards recognise organisations of all sizes that are creating workplaces where former defence service personnel and ADF partners can thrive. They also celebrate individual employees and entrepreneurs who have used their ADF-related experiences to succeed in the civilian workforce. If you know an organisation or individual supporting veterans or ADF partners in the civilian workplace, nominate them today! For more information on the Awards and to nominate, visit: https://lnkd.in/g5Zk8x9

“It’s to welcome everyone, it’s to create community and to foster that love and just bringing everyone together no matter if you’re Muslim or not.” - Alya, PM&C Governance Secretariat PM&C's CALD Network recently hosted the annual Iftar (fast-breaking meal) during the holy month of Ramadan. Staff from all backgrounds came together to break the fast, enjoying a variety of delicious halal foods and lively conversation. The CALD Network is an integral part of supporting PM&C staff from diverse backgrounds to feel welcome and empowered.

Office for Women’s Executive Director, Padma Raman PSM recently attended the 68th United Nations Commission on the Status of Women #CSW68 in New York as part of Australia’s official delegation, led by the Minister for Women Senator Katy Gallagher. CSW presented opportunities to: • highlight best practices from Australia and our region • listen and learn from others on their efforts to accelerate gender equality and empower women and girls, and; • strengthen institutions and financing with a gender perspective. There was interest in Australia’s new strategy for gender equality, Working for Women, including our leadership in embedding gender responsive budgeting across government, addressing gender-based violence, and strengthening paid parental leave. CSW is the premier global forum on gender policy issues and is instrumental in promoting women’s rights and shaping global standards on gender equality. To read or download your copy of Working for Women, visit: www.genderequality.gov.au