WiDA WA – Pre-Land Forces Networking + Speaker Jennifer Parker
Kick off Land Forces week with WiDA WA and hear insights from defence and national security leader Jennifer Parker.
Join WiDA WA to kick off Land Forces Expo, reconnect with colleagues, expand your network, and gain insights from one of Australia’s foremost defence and national security experts.
As Australia’s strategic environment continues to evolve, understanding the geopolitical and security forces shaping our future has never been more important. Join us for an engaging evening of networking, discussion and thought leadership ahead of Land Forces 2026.
We are delighted to welcome Jennifer Parker as our keynote speaker, presenting:
The Changing World Order and the Evolving Character of Warfare
Drawing on her extensive experience in the Royal Australian Navy and her current roles as Adjunct Professor at the UWA Defence & Security Institute, Expert Associate at the ANU National Security College, Non-Resident Fellow at the Lowy Institute, and Adjunct Fellow at UNSW Canberra, Jennifer will explore the strategic shifts reshaping Australia’s security landscape. She will provide valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities confronting defence, government, and industry in an increasingly complex geopolitical environment.
Whether you are attending Land Forces, working within the defence industry, supporting sovereign capability, or simply interested in Australia’s security future, this event provides an excellent opportunity to build new connections and gain fresh insights.