dropping the mask: authentic leadership and wellbeing for change-makers
a virtual learning resource hub for people doing the good work - and changing things for the better
what we created
What is it?
A practical workplace learning resource that helps teams create genuinely inclusive environments where people can bring their authentic selves to work.
What's included?
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8 expert video sessions covering topics like finding your voice, neurodiversity inclusion, nervous system safety, and systemic advocacy
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A detailed implementation guide that translates each session into actionable team learning
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Reflection questions tailored for three leadership levels: leading your own work, leading a team, or leading organisations
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Flexible formats for team meetings, supervision, and professional learning communities
Who is it for?
Leaders, managers, educators, health practitioners, social workers, and anyone doing "the good work" across sectors who wants to build psychologically safer, more inclusive workplaces.
what makes it different?
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Led by lived experience and research expertise – not just theory
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Focus on felt safety – what people experience in their bodies and nervous systems, not just what's written in policy
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Trauma-informed and neuro-affirming throughout
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Designed for real constraints – acknowledges time pressure, limited resources, and competing demands
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Universal design approach – changes that support some people benefit everyone
download the 'dropping the mask resource + implementation eBook' now
Download our comprehensive implementation and resource guide to assist you in using the session videos for formal or informal learning - for you, your team - or across your organisation.
view the learning sessions here
(all sessions are linked within the ebook guide as well)
Renée Robson
Safety as a Felt Sense: Leadership in 2025
Mel Andrada + Preena Chand
Healing Towards Joy:
The Art of Voice
Ainslie Robinson + Kristy Kelly
Flipping the Script: Practical Inclusion for Autistic & Neurodivergent People
Uli Cartwright
Pushing for BIG Change as an Advocate
Joseph Gardner
Setting the Stage for Authentic Expression
Professor Michael Davern + Dr Ju Na Tan
Autistic Leadership
Dr Matthew Harrison
Learning from Lived Experience: The University of Melbourne Neurodiversity Project