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S2:E6: Stacie Skehan – Listening, Leading, and Learning in Remote Communities

S2:E6: Stacie Skehan – Listening, Leading, and Learning in Remote Communities

Update: 2025-05-18
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In this episode of Conversations with Courageous Educators, Luke George speaks with Stacie Skehan—a leader whose superpower is curiosity, and whose strength lies in listening deeply to understand, not just to respond.


Stacie takes us on a powerful journey from her first teaching role in the tiny outback community of Warnkurna to leading as principal at Wananami Remote Community School. Her story is one of humility, cultural integration, and co-creating education with community at the centre. 


She shares how the Trust Triangle shaped her leadership and why sustainable school success comes from empathy, authentic relationships, and a willingness to lead with the community—not just for it. Stacie reminds us that true impact in education isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about legacies that last long after the leader has moved on. 


If you’re passionate about inclusive leadership, Indigenous education, or building trust in tough environments—this conversation is a must.

To watch the full episode on YouTube, follow this link: https://youtu.be/5edmzrkZLgQ

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S2:E6: Stacie Skehan – Listening, Leading, and Learning in Remote Communities

S2:E6: Stacie Skehan – Listening, Leading, and Learning in Remote Communities

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