About this Event
Future of Warfare Seminar
Join Brigadier James Kidd, Director General Future Land Warfare, Professor David Kilcullen, and Dr. Sally Burt for an engaging discussion on the Future of Warfare. This seminar will examine the evolving events, emerging trends, and technological developments shaping contemporary and future military environments. Bringing together leading experts from defence and academia, the discussion will explore the strategic challenges and opportunities influencing the character of conflict in the years ahead.
Relevant to professionals across defence, industry, and government, the seminar will provide valuable insights into the forces driving change beyond the headlines and their implications for Australia's security landscape. This complimentary event is presented by the University of New South Wales Canberra in support of Australian Defence and forms part of the University's broader World in Transition initiative.
is a flagship UNSW Canberra initiative examining how a rapidly evolving global environment is reshaping Australia’s strategic landscape.
Through public forums, practitioner roundtables and targeted policy outputs, the program connects UNSW’s research expertise with leaders across government, defence and industry to test ideas, challenge assumptions and generate practical solutions.
By bridging academic insight and national capability, World in Transition aims to support more informed decision-making and strengthen Australia’s resilience in the face of emerging challenges.
This series of seminars delivers insights and findings from this project to Australian Government audiences in Canberra.
Event venue & nearby stays
Majura Theatre, 11 Lancaster Place, Canberra Airport, Australia