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Developing, Inspiring and Connecting Nutrition Leaders Across Oceania

Our next ONLP Course will be held in June 2027

The Oceanic Nutrition Leadership Platform (ONLP) delivers a unique six-day residential leadership experience for early and mid-career professionals working in nutrition-related fields throughout Oceania.

Participants develop leadership skills, strengthen communication capability, build regional networks and explore solutions to food and nutrition challenges through an immersive and interactive learning experience.

Develop your leadership capability

Join a community of nutrition professionals committed to creating positive change across Oceania.

Leadership
Development

Build practical leadership skills that can be applied immediately in your professional context.

Expand your network

Connect with professionals from Australia, New Zealand and across the Pacific.

Strengthen Communication

Learn how to communicate effectively and inspire change.

Create Lasting Impact

Collaborate with others to address real-world nutrition and food systems challenges.

Is ONLP Right for You?

Although primarily designed for early- and mid-career professionals, you might be an ideal participant if you:

Work in a nutrition-related field
Live or work in Oceania, including Australia, New Zealand or the Pacific
Have an interest in leadership development
Want to strengthen your professional network
Are passionate about improving food, nutrition and health outcomes
Are ready to contribute to positive change within your organisation, community or country

The Course

Applications Open: Applications typically open approximately 9-12 months before course delivery.
Duration: Six-day residential leadership course
Location: Locations vary across Oceania and are selected to provide immersive learning, cultural engagement and strong participant connection.

What you will gain:

Practical leadership skills for complex nutrition challenges
Greater confidence in communication, influence and advocacy
Experience working across cultures, sectors and disciplines
Strong professional networks across Oceania
Enhanced understanding of food systems and nutrition policy
Increased self-awareness and leadership effectiveness
Lifelong access to the ONLP alumni network

Dr Jessica Danaher

RMIT, Melbourne Convenor, Selection Panel

ONLP Impact

ONLP does not end after six days.
Participants become part of an active regional network that continues to collaborate throughout Oceania.