HALOGEN YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

Primary School House Captains travelled to the ICC in Darling Harbour, Sydney, for the Halogen Young Leaders Day earlier this year. Halogen gathers prominent leaders from all walks of life to be part of the day, joined by over 2000 young leaders from schools all over NSW. Our House Captains heard keynote speakers share insights into what being a leader means to them.

Former Australian Diamonds Netball captain Caitlin Bassett spoke of her “We before Me” approach to leadership and how being a great leader is about leading by example through living your values.

Comedy Performer and author Nazeem Hussain explained that leadership comes in many forms, and you do not need a badge to be a leader. He looks up to leaders who stand up for what they believe in and are passionate about following a path that includes everyone. Nazeem also shared how it is important to be able to lead with a sense of humour and with a smile on our faces.

The keynote speaker was Australia’s Governor General, David Hurley, who shared many anecdotes about his leadership journey. He was adamant that good leaders listen to and are a voice for the people they serve.

You are not a leader because it makes you look good or important; understand why you are leading. He believes there is a good reason why we have two ears and only one mouth — as we need to listen more than we should speak.

Our CGS leaders were able to share some wonderful reflections of the wisdom passed on to them during a school assembly and appreciated the wonderful experience of listening and joining with young leaders like themselves. This was a great example of CGS’ pastoral and learning teams working together to enrich students’ learning. This opportunity has set them up for success as they continue demonstrating their leadership credentials within fortnightly House meetings.