Forward Together: 50 Years of Women at Sidney

Creating the Future - Access to, and Content of, News and Information

We invite you to join us for the second conversation of our 'Creating the Future' series, part of Forward Together: 50 Years of Women at Sidney - a year-long programme honouring the past and looking ahead to the future.

This conversation will explore how people access news and information in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, and what kind of content is being produced and consumed. It will also examine the implications of these changes for society, journalism, and the future of public discourse.

Speakers:

  • Clare Melford, co-founder and CEO of GDI (Global Disinformation Index)
  • Felicia Yap (2003 PhD), producer and author of 'Future Perfect' and 'Yesterday'

Chair: Dame Sandra Dawson

Event Schedule:

  • 5.35pm - Doors and Zoom open
  • 5.45pm - Conversation begins
  • 7.00pm - Formal discussion ends
  • 7.00–8.00pm - Networking and dinner in Mong Hall

Whether you join us in person or online, we warmly invite you to be part of this vibrant exchange.

🎟️ Booking Information

Booking is now open and will close on Friday 14 November 2025 at 2.00pm.
Zoom links will be shared with online attendees shortly after registration closes.


Future Conversations

  • Balancing Economic Growth and Social JusticeTuesday 10 March 2026
  • Role of Communities and Civil SocietyWednesday 13 May 2026