Following consultation with local health services, the NT Regional Training Hub has recently delivered Learning on the Run, a dynamic and supportive professional development program tailored for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) working—or preparing to work—across the Northern Territory.
Delivered by Mandy Cawthorne-Crosby from Red Door Consulting, this initiative builds on Mandy’s extensive experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse professionals. With a background in medical education at Alice Springs Hospital, counselling through the Australian Counselling Association, and adult education roles, Mandy brings a deep understanding of the challenges IMGs face in navigating a new health system and professional culture.
Learning on the Run has been carefully contextualised to address the unique transition IMGs experience—from redefining professional identity to understanding local clinical and workplace norms. The program consists of four focused modules. The first two were delivered face-to-face at Flinders University, Royal Darwin Hospital Campus, while the final two will be delivered online via Zoom.
Modules include topics such as:
- Adapting professional identity
- Understanding organisational culture and feedback
- Building self-leadership and emotional intelligence
- Enhancing communication and workplace resilience
Participants have responded enthusiastically, with 100% indicating they would recommend the program to their peers. Many found the role-playing scenarios, goal-setting exercises, and practical feedback tools especially useful. The group described the training as highly relevant, engaging and great for confidence building.
This safe, inclusive learning space also provides IMGs the opportunity to set personal learning goals and reflect on their development in a supportive environment.
Looking ahead, the program’s vision is to evolve into an ongoing online community of practice, fostering continued peer support across the NT.
Find out more about upcoming initiatives and opportunities here.