We’re kicking off the first WEL Syndicate of 2026 in the best possible way - with a powerful, energising conversation designed just for our community of women shaping the future of education.
Joined by Anna Denejkina, researcher, writer, academic and one of Australia’s emerging voices on digital culture, youth and the social impact of technology. Anna brings a refreshing, grounded perspective on what generative AI really means for students, educators and the systems around them.
Drawing on The Insight Centre’s ‘Gen Z to GenAI’ report, this conversation will explore the rapidly evolving attitudes, expectations and behaviours of young people as they navigate an AI-driven world. Anna will draw on those findings to provide a deeper understanding of what’s shifting and what leaders must respond to next.
Together, we’ll explore:
The real-world impact of generative AI on student learning, behaviour and wellbeing
Opportunities for innovation across schools, higher education, VET and lifelong learning
The challenges ahead — integrity, trust, equity and the human side of AI
What leaders need to be thinking about now to guide learners through an accelerating digital future
The WEL Syndicate brings together a trusted circle of women education leaders, EdTech founders and innovators. This community is where women connect, collaborate and accelerate each other’s growth.
Proudly supported by StudyNSW through the AmplifyED initiative, the WEL Syndicate champions women’s leadership and ensures NSW continues to lead in education innovation
If you would like to learn more about joining the WEL Syndicate or becoming an EduGrowth member please email [email protected].
About: Anna Denejkina
Anna Denejkina is an award winning mixed-methods and interdisciplinary researcher with over a decade of research experience. She has led and conducted national and international research in sectors including health and wellbeing, higher education, government, technology.
About: Women’s Education Leaders Syndicate
The Syndicate was created to foster a space where women in Sydney’s EdTech ecosystem can professionally connect and support one another. Syndicate members will meet quarterly over the calendar year to foster executive connections and mentoring.
About: EduGrowth
EduGrowth is Australia’s education technology and innovation industry hub. Through connection and collaboration we accelerate Australia’s EdTech ecosystem globally.
We are connecting a community of education providers, industry participants and EdTech entrepreneurs committed to reimagining learning in the digital age. As education transitions to borderless digital delivery, our diverse ecosystem will impact the future of learning globally from Australia.
Our programs focus on developing the entire education technology and innovation sector. We have a range of services supporting EdTech companies at each stage of their journey, whilst also connecting education providers and industry participants into the broader ecosystem.
About: StudyNSW
The NSW Government established Study NSW in 2014 to support the sustainable development of the state’s international education sector and enhancing international student experience.
