Asian-Australian awards shine — and expose the ‘Bamboo Ceiling’ above

20/11/2025 4 min
Asian-Australian awards shine — and expose the ‘Bamboo Ceiling’ above

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Episode Synopsis

The contributions of Asian-Australians across all levels of society have been recognised at the annual Asian-Australian Leadership Awards. This year's winners range from a year-12 graduate providing financial literacy education in developing countries, to an internationally acclaimed neurosurgeon. But the spotlight on their success has also highlighted a lack of diversity in leadership positions, known as the 'Bamboo Ceiling'.

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