Insights & Media

CONVERSATIONS.PERSPECTIVES.REFLECTIONS.

Leadership, community and change — explored through writing, media appearances and the conversations that shape how we think.

This is where Laura shares her perspective on the issues, ideas and moments that matter.

Laura Cowell being interviewed by a television crew at a community event

INSIGHTS & REFLECTIONS

Perspectives on leadership, community, inclusion and the conversations worth having.

Leadership

Leadership Beyond Titles

What does it mean to lead when no one is watching? True leadership isn't about the role you hold — it's about the responsibility you carry and the people you serve.

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Advocacy

Inclusion as a Leadership Imperative

Building systems that genuinely serve everyone requires more than good intentions. It requires leaders willing to examine their own assumptions and act on what they find.

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Community

Community, Connection and Change

Why the most important leadership happens at the local level, every single day — and why the people doing it rarely get the recognition they deserve.

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Women in Leadership

Taking Up Space Without Losing Yourself

Leadership doesn't require women to become someone else. It requires the courage to show up as yourself — and the wisdom to open the door for the women behind you.

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Sport

What Sport Teaches Us About Leadership

The sporting field has always been one of the most honest classrooms for leadership. The lessons it teaches — about pressure, teamwork and accountability — don't stay on the field.

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Disability

The Barriers We Don't Always See

Living with a rare genetic condition has given me a perspective on accessibility and inclusion that no policy document could provide. The barriers that matter most are often invisible.

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MEDIA & APPEARANCES

Laura is regularly sought out as a commentator, spokesperson and guest across television, radio, print and digital media.

Laura Cowell being interviewed by a television crew at a community sports event

Television

Laura has appeared across local and national television as a spokesperson on community, sport, disability and leadership issues.

Radio

A regular voice on community and metropolitan radio, including as host of Amplify with Laura C on 2SSR 99.7FM.

Print & Digital

Featured in local and national publications on topics spanning leadership, disability advocacy, women in sport and community development.

Podcasts & Online

Guest appearances on podcasts and online platforms exploring leadership, inclusion, community and personal story.

Also on air

Laura hosts Amplify with Laura C — a community radio show and podcast on 2SSR 99.7FM.

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PERSPECTIVES WORTH SHARING.

CONVERSATIONS WORTH HAVING.

STAY CONNECTED

For media enquiries, interview requests or to discuss a speaking engagement, Laura welcomes the conversation.

New insights and reflections are shared regularly — follow along to stay connected with the ideas and conversations that matter.